be slothful
Example Sentences
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Several sat up palpably bristling as Edward of Wales laid down two premises which, if valid, lead straight to the conclusion that even Tycoons may be slothful, obtuse, incompetent.
From Time Magazine Archive
"Nevertheless," replied Elspa Ruet, "I will try; it's my duty, and my sisterly love bids me no to be slothful in the task."
From Ringan Gilhaize or The Covenanters by Galt, John
It is not only the body that, unchecked, is inclined to be slothful.
From The Book-Hunter at Home by Allan, P. B. M.
To be slothful and a waster too, is to be as it were a double sinner.
From Works of John Bunyan — Volume 03 by Bunyan, John
If he bestir him and collect them himself, the God shall make him prosperous; but He shall punish him, if he be slothful.
From The Instruction of Ptah-Hotep and the Instruction of Ke'Gemni The Oldest Books in the World by Ptahhotep
