tortoiselike
Example Sentences
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The city’s criminal justice system is notorious for its tortoiselike pace, but Mr. Vega’s case is an extreme example of how much worse the problem is in the Bronx.
From New York Times • Jul. 31, 2016
Is it living to advance with tortoiselike pace in the darkness, not to be able to enjoy an hour's tranquillity, without trembling at the thought of the coming anguish?
From Doctor Pascal by Serrano, Mary J. (Mary Jane)
Then a mound was rising up from the sea near the cliff, a huge tortoiselike shape that stretched forth several flat members which adhered to the vertical white wall is if held by suction disks.
From Wanderer of Infinity by Vincent, Harl
He turned back in the direction of Chatham Square, while Quong resumed his tortoiselike perambulation toward Ah Fong's.
From Tutt and Mr. Tutt by Train, Arthur Cheney
