What is another word for bring up the rear?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɪŋ ˌʌp ðə ɹˈi͡ə] (IPA) 
When we say, "bring up the rear," we mean to be at the back of a group. There are other words we can use instead of "bring up the rear," depending on the context. We might use "trail behind," "lag behind," or "drag behind" if we're talking about someone who's falling behind the rest of the group. Conversely, if we want to convey that someone is leading the group, we might say they're "ahead of the pack," "leading the way," or "setting the pace." These synonyms can help you switch up your language and add variety to your communication.
