sedentary

Example Sentences

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"Once a person starts earning money, he becomes more sedentary here," says bariatric surgeon Sanjay Borude.

From Barron's • Mar. 20, 2026

"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 • Mar. 8, 2026

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

From Science Daily • Mar. 4, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

Heavy television watching creates a sedentary lifestyle, less activity, more weight gain, even obesity.

From "A Deadly Wandering: A Mystery, a Landmark Investigation, and the Astonishing Science of Attention in the Digital Age" by Matt Richtel