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laziness

[ley-zee-nis] / ˈleɪ zi nɪs /


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The answer is more sinister and complex than simple laziness or burnout.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

As a researcher in developmental psychology, focusing on social development and psychological well-being, I argue that news fatigue is not laziness, weakness or a generational decline in civic interest.

From Science Daily Jun. 16, 2026

Whether Mr. Vance’s error arose from laziness or dishonesty or something else, I don’t know, but alas it typifies the low regard he has for people who profess views he dislikes.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 15, 2026

I’ll admit: much of it is due to poor planning and, frankly, laziness.

From Salon May 30, 2026

In the past it was usually laziness, prejudice, or lack of foresight that made a bad scythe, Citra had discovered.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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