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sluggishness



NOUN
inactivity
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG
Antonyms


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Sen. Alex Padilla, both toyed with a run for governor before deciding not to run, which contributed to the sluggishness of the race.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

Network audiences are also skipping “The Faithful,” but its sluggishness isn’t to blame for the premiere’s anemic ratings.

From Salon • Mar. 29, 2026

Inclement weather could be responsible for some of the sluggishness.

From Barron's • Mar. 4, 2026

For 2025, the export-reliant economy expanded 1.0%—matching the Bank of Korea’s forecast, as export resilience and fiscal stimulus helped offset sluggishness in construction investment.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 21, 2026

Tally leaned into a turn, sickened by the sluggishness of the board.

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld




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