be slothful

Example Sentences

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Several sat up palpably bristling as Edward of Wales laid down two premises which, if valid, lead straight to the conclusion that even Tycoons may be slothful, obtuse, incompetent.

From Time Magazine Archive

It is not only the body that, unchecked, is inclined to be slothful.

From The Book-Hunter at Home by Allan, P. B. M.

"Nevertheless," replied Elspa Ruet, "I will try; it's my duty, and my sisterly love bids me no to be slothful in the task."

From Ringan Gilhaize or The Covenanters by Galt, John

Your souls are worth a thousand worlds; and will you be slothful?

From Works of John Bunyan — Volume 03 by Bunyan, John

Then again, if a man be diligent in business, we may expect him to become rich; but if he be slothful, he has nothing to look for but poverty.

From The Mysteries of All Nations Rise and Progress of Superstition, Laws Against and Trials of Witches, Ancient and Modern Delusions Together With Strange Customs, Fables, and Tales by Grant, James, archaeologist