lethargic

Example Sentences

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“Woods’ movement was lethargic and slow,” sheriff’s deputy Tatiana Levenar wrote in the report.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

That show is growing duller, and more lethargic and repetitive, by the day, like watching reruns of a canceled sitcom.

From Salon • Feb. 13, 2026

Megan said Edward had gone from being lethargic as a baby to a cheeky, playful boy, who was "full of life" and "a real character".

From BBC • Dec. 30, 2025

And once again they were devoid of inspiration and energy in another lethargic display that left them languishing in 11th place, eight points behind leaders Arsenal.

From Barron's • Nov. 22, 2025

A few weeks later George and Florah came down with a mysterious illness, which left them emaciated and lethargic, their stomachs so distended that I thought they would burst.

From "Kaffir Boy: An Autobiography" by Mark Mathabane