The two chatted for a few minutes; then their conversation lagged.

The conversation lagged into contented silence for they were both tired.

The conversation was lagging again, and she asked, "Do you want some chicken?"

The conversation lagged as they concentrated on their cigarettes.

They talked a little, at first, but conversation soon lagged.

The conversation hadn't lagged, not a single awkward pause, and Sandy had actually seemed to enjoy his company.

At one point, though, when the conversation lagged severely, he took the initiative and asked her about what she did.

The conversation had not lagged in the full half hour they had been together.

Several people glanced over as they entered, but the conversations never lagged.

Presently the conversation lagged and one of the ranch hands started to sing.