languidly
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Originally painted with one strap languidly falling from the shoulder, Sargent’s portrait created a stir in late-1800s Paris.
From Salon ● May 6, 2026
Children sit in the shade and play languidly with rocks.
From Seattle Times ● Oct. 20, 2023
In front of photographer Sam Muller’s delicate lens, Cepeda and Aikens sipped on bubby while languidly exploring the massive house.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2023
One raises a knee as a toe languidly stirs the air.
From New York Times ● Feb. 2, 2023
He moved with a subtle rhythm, languidly, the walk of an athlete although he hated all sports and had nothing but contempt for athletes.
From "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier
Vocabulary lists containing languidly
The Great Gatsby
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The Sun Also Rises
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Selection Vocabulary 3, Unit 1
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