Behindhand

The athlete was behindhand in the race, but managed to catch up and win.

The student was behindhand on his homework and had to stay up all night to catch up.

The party started behindhand because of the late arrival of the guests.

The company was behindhand in paying their employees, causing dissatisfaction among the staff.

The delivery was behindhand and didn't arrive until after the store had closed.

The singer was behindhand in releasing their album, causing disappointment among their fans.