as in sleepy
slow to move or act
a big meal always makes me feel lethargic and sleepy
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Recent Examples of lethargic
Chelsea’s income from Stamford Bridge has been particularly lethargic.
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
But his first few weeks in office have been disappointingly lethargic, in contrast to the focused energy coming from the White House.
—Adrian Wooldridge, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2025
But the narrative of a lethargic civil service in bad need of work discipline was set in motion.
—Charlie Tyson, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2025
More Energy Colds often sap your energy, leaving you lethargic and unlikely to get out of bed.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
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Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 21 Apr. 2025
But his first few weeks in office have been disappointingly lethargic, in contrast to the focused energy coming from the White House.
—Adrian Wooldridge, Twin Cities, 6 Apr. 2025
But the narrative of a lethargic civil service in bad need of work discipline was set in motion.
—Charlie Tyson, The New Yorker, 15 Mar. 2025
More Energy Colds often sap your energy, leaving you lethargic and unlikely to get out of bed.
—Laura Dorwart, Verywell Health, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lethargic
Adjective
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Gilroy, which is usually a sleepy town, comes alive during the festival, as locals are joined by travelers from across California and the country.—
Chelsee Lowe,
Travel + Leisure,
13 June 2025
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Quintessential sleepy Old Florida, towns here are oak-shaded and feature locally mom-and-pop diners and restaurants.—
Kelsey Glennon,
Southern Living,
8 June 2025
Adjective
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There are a few family members who only wear olive, mustard, khaki, black and other dull colors; clunky, unattractive shoes; and few accessories.—
Judith Martin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 June 2025
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Age Defense Retinol Complex 0.5 is no exception, which shines with its abilities to reduce the look of fine lines, hyperpigmentation, and overall dull skin.—
Sarah Han,
Allure,
12 June 2025
Adjective
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The wrap will return to McDonald’s menus on July 10 as the company struggles to turnaround a sluggish start to the year.—
Ramishah Maruf,
CNN Money,
3 June 2025
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Turnout seemed sluggish and delays appeared the norm Sunday at several polling sites in the capital.—
Patrick J. McDonnell,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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“Lethargic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lethargic. Accessed 18 Jun. 2025.
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