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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

"The events of 2020 clearly showed that delay and sluggishness can cost a country dearly in times of crisis."

From Barron's • Dec. 23, 2025

In an interview with MarketWatch, Hammack said she understood why some of her colleagues are concerned about the employment piece of the Fed’s mission, given recent sluggishness in the labor market.

From MarketWatch • Nov. 13, 2025

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

From "Uglies" by Scott Westerfeld




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