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slackness



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But the flaws in “The Californians” reflect ambition and overexertion, not slackness.

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 6, 2025

Each work possesses different degrees of slackness and tension.

From Washington Post Apr. 14, 2023

Livingston looked rattled but were able to take advantage of Rangers' ongoing slackness at the back this term.

From BBC Nov. 28, 2021

It said authorities are trying to boost the anti-pandemic atmosphere to ensure that the anti-virus campaign “is waged consistently without a moment’s indolence, slackness and carelessness.”

From Washington Times Sep. 18, 2020

Her daughter’s friend seemed to have none of the mother’s slackness.

From "Sula" by Toni Morrison




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