sclerotic

Example Sentences

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But there is no easy solution to the High Street challenge given cash-strapped councils, pressured public services, sclerotic economic growth and regional inequalities.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

The protests were rare public displays of discontent by a populace that’s endured Western-imposed economic sanctions and a sclerotic, corruption-riddled economy that has hobbled much of this oil-rich country of 93 million into poverty.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 24, 2026

She was elected in October on her promise to revitalize Japan’s sclerotic economy and to bring down food inflation, which eclipsed 7% last year.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

It generates societal wealth by breaking down a sclerotic status quo and bringing better living standards.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

This seems to indicate that it will not be long before the advancement of this sclerotic process will make serious inroads on the vigor of the individual.

From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)