languishing

Example Sentences

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She slipped treats to the dogs languishing under Palm Springs-style misting dispensers while volunteers read to them.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

The 7-foot-3 center Aday Mara went from languishing on UCLA’s bench to leading the nation’s most dominant defense.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

Former DOJ prosecutors told ProPublica that they typically reviewed caseloads every six months with supervisors and that closing out languishing cases wouldn’t ordinarily be cause for concern.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

Smart speakers have faced criticism for languishing while other AI tools have rapidly taken off.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

If he had expected to find her languishing, re-proachful, or indulging in sentimental tears, he must have been greatly surprised.

From "The Awakening" by Kate Chopin