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as in lazy
failing to give proper care and attention
a building contractor known mainly for his firm's slack workmanship and slipshod construction
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as in flexible
not bound by rigid standards
slack supervision on the project
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as in loosened
not tightly fastened, tied, or stretched
left the ropes slack
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as in pants
slacks plural
an outer garment covering each leg separately from waist to ankle
she prefers wearing slacks instead of a dress
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Recent Examples of slack
Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
My actual dining companion, dressed in her nonprofit workwear, was slack jawed at the precision of the seasoning.
—Caroline Hatchett, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
If the team does end, the mayor’s office is hopeful that other outreach and service groups can pick up at least some of the slack.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025
Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2025
Whether progress endures will depend on whether state policymakers resist the urge to slack on debt reduction at the first sign of improvement.
—Andrew Fowler, Hartford Courant, 8 May 2025
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Adjective
Before centre-back Gimenez could come on, more slack marking allowed Ferran Torres a free header to make it 2-2.
—Dermot Corrigan, New York Times, 4 Apr. 2025
My actual dining companion, dressed in her nonprofit workwear, was slack jawed at the precision of the seasoning.
—Caroline Hatchett, Robb Report, 21 Apr. 2025
Noun
All over the country, local news has gone dark as newspapers fold and contract and digital news sites struggle to pick up the slack.
—Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 24 July 2025
If the team does end, the mayor’s office is hopeful that other outreach and service groups can pick up at least some of the slack.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2025
Verb
Jason has decided to take it easy on him, even after a series of mistakes this week proves beyond a reasonable doubt that his bosun is slacking.
—Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 24 Mar. 2025
Whether progress endures will depend on whether state policymakers resist the urge to slack on debt reduction at the first sign of improvement.
—Andrew Fowler, Hartford Courant, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for slack
Adjective
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Elsewhere, the property includes a 475-foot-long lazy river with waterfalls that leads into the Grotto, a secluded hot tub area with jacuzzi jets and champagne service at the push of a button.—
Lauren Mowery,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Water is a main attraction at most Florida destinations, and with five waterslides, four pools, a lazy river, and access to a secluded private island, Coconut Point more than has that covered.—
Tara Massouleh McCay,
Southern Living,
3 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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However, this time it’s been repackaged in a physical design that’s more flexible.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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It’s tailored enough to wear to a daytime celebration or dinner reservation, but soft and flexible for travel days, too.—
Rosie Marder,
Travel + Leisure,
4 Aug. 2025
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The times and dates given apply to mid-northern latitudes.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Participating in the type of cover-up his supporters decry The backlash over the Trump administration's memo and the president's defense of Bondi has been swift and intense from supporters who have given him wide latitude in the past.—
Stephen Fowler,
NPR,
14 July 2025
Verb
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Rhodes loosened the rope and pulled it all off its hinges.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
4 Aug. 2025
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Often, the simple act of naming the roles begins to loosen their grip.—
Jerry Colonna,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Proof Carefully To Show Professionalism And Attention To Detail What gets my negative attention are résumés with careless errors—typos, missing words and inconsistent formatting.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
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Social media erupted in fear, and disgust, or simply threw shame his way for being careless.—
Armon Sadler,
VIBE.com,
8 July 2025
Adjective
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The following Canadian towns offer a more local experience than their big city neighbors, are more affordable, and allow travelers to get to know the destination at a slower and more relaxed pace.—
Kaitlyn McInnis,
Forbes.com,
24 July 2025
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Another 2024 Michelin winner is Rocca, where chef and owner Bryce Bonsack serves Italian fare in a relaxed atmosphere inspired by his pilgrimage to Italy.—
Mariette Williams,
USA Today,
24 July 2025
Adjective
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Drink kombucha with meals to improve digestion and prevent rapid blood sugar spikes, which can draw water into your intestines and cause loose stools.—
Anna Giorgi,
Verywell Health,
30 July 2025
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The rubber outsole performed well on a variety of outdoor surfaces, including loose rocks, dirt, and grass.—
Kevin Brouillard,
Travel + Leisure,
30 July 2025
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The town has long been a welcoming space for the LGBTQ+ community, and that openness shows up in everything from the art to the hospitality to the food.—
Keyla Vasconcellos,
Forbes.com,
1 Aug. 2025
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And what stillness brings is the space to examine the voids that may need filling, and clarity about desires and hopes that need fulfillment.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
31 July 2025
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“Slack.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slack. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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