sedentary

Example Sentences

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"One lady lost over five stone to be able to have a knee replacement operation. People who were sedentary can now do exercise," she said.

From BBC

Longer lifespans, more sedentary habits, and rising rates of overweight and obesity are fueling this increase.

From Science Daily

Previous research has largely examined links between sedentary lifestyles and depression, rather than analyzing how switching to specific alternative activities might influence the risk of developing the condition.

From Science Daily

As diets have shifted toward calorie-dense foods and daily life has become more sedentary, rates of these disorders have climbed steadily around the world.

From Science Daily

While an EV is environmentally friendly, she argues it’s sedentary.

From Los Angeles Times