lifeless

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Mars is often portrayed as a dry, lifeless desert, but it is far more active than it appears.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

After a lifeless stare, the chatbot smiles and says, “Now that is an awesome idea, Jesse!”

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Noa-Rose's parents remember vividly holding the "lifeless" youngster in their arms, and the look of fright in the doctor's eyes.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

After O’Brien’s lifeless body is wheeled out, a name plaque with a new host is put on the door.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

The fish lay lifeless on the floor—now broken pieces of stone.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin