inactivity
Example Sentences
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I do think one of the ways we’ve gotten to this point is the inactivity of Congress, and part of the story here is Congress’ deference to both the judiciary and the executive.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
Preseason inactivity is not necessarily a bad thing for a 17-year veteran who has thrown more than 9,000 passes in regular-season and playoff games and thousands more in practices.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026
Ifab have previously rejected proposals to extend football half-times beyond 15 minutes, citing concerns over player welfare and the potential for injury after prolonged inactivity.
From BBC ● Jul. 19, 2026
Among men and postmenopausal women, inactivity rose by nearly 30 minutes each day.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 13, 2026
The cliche of time passing slowly usually has to do with idleness and inactivity.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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