inaction

Example Sentences

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Glassman said the medical examiner’s update does not affect the civil case, which is about the district’s inaction in protecting a child in distress.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

He recently resigned from Turkey's National Water Council over its "inaction".

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

That’s because the best course of action in many situations is to do nothing, and investors’ use of AI biases them toward action over inaction.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

Town councillor Daniel Thomas said the problem had been going on for several years and local people were angry at what they said was inaction by Flintshire Council.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

Old Lord Merryweather’s inaction had allowed the rebellion to take root and spread, and Aerys wanted someone young and vigorous to match Robert’s own youth and vigor.

From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin