unthriftiness
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I cannot accuse myself of either voluntary unthriftiness or neglect of my business, but there are some situations in which it seems impossible for human exertion to stem the torrent of misfortune.
From The History of Sandford and Merton by Day, Thomas
The irritation and loss of blood that the animal may suffer when badly infested by this parasite may result in marked unthriftiness.
From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.
Loss of appetite and unthriftiness occur in severe cases.
From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.
It was dishonest to the occupier himself, because it put in his way the worst temptation to unthriftiness.
From The Gracchi Marius and Sulla Epochs of Ancient History by Beesley, A.H.
The loss due to the damage to the fleece is usually greater than that resulting from unthriftiness.
From Common Diseases of Farm Animals by Craig, R. A., D. V. M.