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[sloh] / sloʊ /






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That is largely because some with low-risk prostate cancer opt instead for active monitoring, rather than immediate treatment, since these cancers are very slow growing and may not cause harm.

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

Some investors may be concerned that government involvement could slow or stifle innovation and development.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

Cash patient revenue growth is likely to be slow this year, especially from Thai patients, owing to hospital renovations and intensifying competition, the analyst says.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Do you really think this is about a slow count of mail votes?

From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026

But two weeks ago, running one slow lap around the nature trail would have seemed like nothing to me, and last Tuesday, it was a capital A achievement.

From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison




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