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lazy

[ley-zee] / ˈleɪ zi /


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The latest “Scary Movie,” which simply recycles the title “Scary Movie,” is as lazy, dumb and offensive as the others.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026

"I just think people are either ignorant or just lazy," he said.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

Kennedy’s letter implies that doctors are writing prescriptions for SSRIs because they and/or their patients are too lazy or stupid to invest in therapy.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

There are pools, hot tubs and a lazy river, and canoe rentals.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

He’d just smile and say, “Oh, I don’t want to bother you while you dine,” and he’d use a word for “dine” that means being a little lazy in the middle of the day.

From "Everything Sad Is Untrue" by Daniel Nayeri




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