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 an emotional performance, with Balsom producing a beautifully rounded tone during the slower, languorous movements before switching into high gear for the dazzling pyrotechnics of the closing Rondo.

From BBC • Sep. 13, 2025

The rhymed verse the characters speak in doesn’t at all hinder them from expressing themselves colloquially, in idioms that sound better with a languorous Southern lilt.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 19, 2024

Also, Vanya is hopelessly in love with the old man’s exquisitely languorous young wife, who, reasonably enough, finds the moper pathetic.

From New York Times • Apr. 24, 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