The term 'BRINGS UP THE REAR' can be solved by the crossword solutions LAGS (4 letters), MOONS (5 letters), and COMESINLAST (11 letters). LAGS is a verb meaning to move or progress slowly, while MOONS is a noun referring to the natural satellite of Earth. Finally, COMESINLAST is an idiom meaning to finish last in a race or competition. Together, these three words describe the phrase 'BRINGS UP THE REAR', which is an idiom meaning to finish last in a group or procession.