Synonyms of tailing

Antonyms of tailing

Collocations of tailing

tailing behind
Frequency: 80 %

The detective was tailing behind the suspect to gather more evidence.

tailing off
Frequency: 70 %

The music gradually started tailing off as the concert came to an end.

tailing a person
Frequency: 65 %

The private investigator was tailing a person suspected of fraudulent activities.

tailing a car
Frequency: 60 %

The police officer was tailing a car that matched the description of the stolen vehicle.

tailing a target
Frequency: 50 %

The sniper was tailing a target through the scope of his rifle.

Idiomatic Expressions for tailing

  • Phrase: tail between one's legs
    Meaning: To leave a place or situation in a cowardly or embarrassed manner.
    Usage: After losing the game, the team left the field with their tails between their legs.