sluggishness

Example Sentences

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However, the British economy had only expanded in four of the prior seven months, extending a long period of sluggishness that stretches back to the global financial crisis.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Inclement weather could be responsible for some of the sluggishness.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

That’ll benefit many players, including Blue Origin, which has attempted to ramp up its efforts after years of sluggishness.

From MarketWatch • Dec. 30, 2025

The slow-progressing disease can bring about a range of symptoms including fatigue and sluggishness, increased sensitivity to cold, dry skin, hair loss and weight gain.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 7, 2025

I’d had nearly four years of experience looking at these clocks, but their sluggishness never ceased to surprise.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green