languorous

Example Sentences

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Mr. Miller, a writer of great narrative authority, specializes in historical thrillers that move at a languorous pace.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 31, 2025

It was during one such languorous afternoon that, according to Wilkinson, “Joan first encountered the love of her life.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2025

His languorous voice can tend towards the melancholy, but the lyrics are full of hope.

From BBC • Nov. 27, 2024

There’s a loose, languorous quality to “Gasoline Rainbow,” which the Rosses shot using a mostly improvised format, a collaboration between actors and filmmakers.

From New York Times • May 10, 2024

It was strange, the languorous, limp hand coming to rest at her side while her breathing was coming so quick and fast.

From "Song of Solomon" by Toni Morrison