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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

"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 John Galt

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

Arise, man! be slothful no longer: set foot, and heart, and all, into the way of God, and run.

From The Heavenly Footman by John Bunyan

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


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