lethargy

Example Sentences

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There was a lethargy to Newcastle and you do not have to look too far to realise where the issues are for this leaky side.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Carrick's men paid for their lethargy five minutes into the second half.

From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026

Depression was assessed through a questionnaire asking about depressed mood, disinterest, restlessness or lethargy during the previous two weeks.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2025

Beginning in February, hundreds of dolphins and sea lions started washing up on California beaches, either dead or suffering from neurotoxin poisoning symptoms such as aggression, lethargy and seizures.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2025

I’m wiping off the table with a dishrag, every movement an effort, my arm heavy with lethargy.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood