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as in slow
moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed
the sluggish pace of the project is worrisome
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as in sleepy
slow to move or act
reptiles are naturally sluggish at low temperatures
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Recent Examples of sluggish
Next to Kristensen, a support kayak was having to paddle backward just to keep even with his sluggish pace.
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Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
The commission criticized the dicastery for its sluggish case processing and secrecy, stating that these practices re-traumatize victims and contribute to a climate of distrust within the community, particularly among survivors.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
Some dressed as university graduates who had failed to land a job, a reference to China’s sluggish economy and high youth unemployment rates.
—Chris Lau, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Alegre took over for Wade Davis as CEO last month, with the company putting up sluggish financial results and struggling to reduce its debt load.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2024
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Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
The commission criticized the dicastery for its sluggish case processing and secrecy, stating that these practices re-traumatize victims and contribute to a climate of distrust within the community, particularly among survivors.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
Some dressed as university graduates who had failed to land a job, a reference to China’s sluggish economy and high youth unemployment rates.
—Chris Lau, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Alegre took over for Wade Davis as CEO last month, with the company putting up sluggish financial results and struggling to reduce its debt load.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sluggish
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However, Prince William wants to take things very slow for his wife to ease her back into normalcy.Lea Veloso, StyleCaster, 22 Nov. 2024
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However, even for a slow jog, that’s exactly what happened.Caleb Harris, Austin American-Statesman, 22 Nov. 2024
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So wash your legs and get your tickets, because sleepy bitches don’t get to go to fun reunions.Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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Continue reading to learn more about Telluride, Deer Valley, and the other sleepy ski towns making a stir in the western states.Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 4 Nov. 2024
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The film’s leisurely pace, its large company of broad and one-dimensional supporting players, and an unshakably saccharine tone don’t help matters at all.Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 20 Nov. 2024
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The crisp air and vibrant colors of the orchards create a beautiful backdrop for a leisurely day.Tribune Content Agency, The Mercury News, 14 Nov. 2024
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Sweet Rose High Rolled Accent Chair Brighten up dull spaces with this floral accent chair that’s on major sale ahead of Black Friday.Kelsey Fredricks, People.com, 27 Nov. 2024
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Peter Field and Adam Morgan call it the ‘extraordinary cost of dull’.Sairah Ashman, Forbes, 26 Nov. 2024
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The endangered turtle was hypothermic and lethargic, stunned by the chilly waters of Pedder Bay.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Suns trailed by as many as 18 points in the first quarter after a lethargic start, but fought back thanks to a game-high 33 points from Devin Booker and 30 from Kevin Durant.Matias Grez, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Sluggish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sluggish. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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