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as in slow
moving or proceeding at less than the normal, desirable, or required speed
the sluggish pace of the project is worrisome
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as in sleepy
slow to move or act
reptiles are naturally sluggish at low temperatures
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Recent Examples of sluggish
Next to Kristensen, a support kayak was having to paddle backward just to keep even with his sluggish pace.
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Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
The commission criticized the dicastery for its sluggish case processing and secrecy, stating that these practices re-traumatize victims and contribute to a climate of distrust within the community, particularly among survivors.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
Some dressed as university graduates who had failed to land a job, a reference to China’s sluggish economy and high youth unemployment rates.
—Chris Lau, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Alegre took over for Wade Davis as CEO last month, with the company putting up sluggish financial results and struggling to reduce its debt load.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2024
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Owen Clarke, Outside Online, 30 Oct. 2024
The commission criticized the dicastery for its sluggish case processing and secrecy, stating that these practices re-traumatize victims and contribute to a climate of distrust within the community, particularly among survivors.
—Nina Turner, Newsweek, 29 Oct. 2024
Some dressed as university graduates who had failed to land a job, a reference to China’s sluggish economy and high youth unemployment rates.
—Chris Lau, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
Alegre took over for Wade Davis as CEO last month, with the company putting up sluggish financial results and struggling to reduce its debt load.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 24 Oct. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sluggish
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This means my phone was limited to T-Mobile's slower 5G service, which explains the lower speeds.PCMAG, PCMAG, 12 Nov. 2024
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It’s been a long, slow build for Annunen to become an NHL goalie, but getting to start six times in eight games for the Avs was a big step for him.Corey Masisak, The Denver Post, 10 Nov. 2024
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So wash your legs and get your tickets, because sleepy bitches don’t get to go to fun reunions.Anne Victoria Clark, Vulture, 12 Nov. 2024
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Continue reading to learn more about Telluride, Deer Valley, and the other sleepy ski towns making a stir in the western states.Madeline Fitzgerald, Quartz, 4 Nov. 2024
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While his adventures are more leisurely these days, Moogan remains a fixture on the trails, sniffing out any surprises alongside human friends.Marco Rubio, Newsweek, 2 Nov. 2024
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Even as his travel schedule has outpaced Harris', Trump has been taking a more leisurely approach to campaigning compared to his two previous presidential runs.Hans Nichols, Axios, 30 Oct. 2024
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Wella Color Fresh Mask in Rose Blaze and Overtone Rose Gold for Brown Hair Coloring Conditioner are both rosy pink shades designed to be used over brown hair and can be easily swapped out for your regular conditioner when your color starts looking dull.Sophia Panych, Allure, 2 Nov. 2024
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Browsing through the options online, she was disappointed by how dull and samey everything was.Simon Hill, WIRED, 31 Oct. 2024
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The endangered turtle was hypothermic and lethargic, stunned by the chilly waters of Pedder Bay.Sarah Kuta, Smithsonian Magazine, 4 Nov. 2024
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The Suns trailed by as many as 18 points in the first quarter after a lethargic start, but fought back thanks to a game-high 33 points from Devin Booker and 30 from Kevin Durant.Matias Grez, CNN, 29 Oct. 2024
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“Sluggish.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sluggish. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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