indolence

Example Sentences

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I’ve spent the last 40-odd years trying to fight the good fight against the forces of indolence and greed to do the best with our stuff that you can do.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 5, 2024

But if days of indolence sounds dull, it’s easy to head out: Onto mountain trails.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 14, 2022

In light of his own apparent indolence and distaste for his duties, perhaps Mr. Hice should not be using the word “vacation” quite so casually.

From Washington Post • Jul. 28, 2021

Li, a dreamy scribbler who likes nothing better than to nap in the bedclothes after a long day of chasing calves around, finds the imposed indolence delicious.

From Slate • Feb. 24, 2021

Eliza generally took no more notice of her sister’s indolence and complaints than if no such murmuring, lounging object had been before her.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë