be slothful
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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
Until then let us not be slothful, but followers of them who through faith and patience inherit the promises.
From The Story of My Life Being Reminiscences of Sixty Years' Public Service in Canada by J. George (John George) Hodgins
There can be no doubt," said the Grey Friar, "that it is a very evil habit in young girls to be slothful.
From The Tales Of The Heptameron, Vol. IV. (of V.) by George Saintsbury
A. To show that virtuous men should not be slothful, but diligent and always in action.
As long as we be in health and prosperity, we care not for him; we be slothful, we have no stomach at all; and therefore these sauces are very necessary for us.
From Sermons on the Card by Henry Morley
