sluggish
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Automobile exports, however, are projected to stay sluggish amid labor strikes in the sector.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 28, 2026
China is already feeling some consequences from the Strait of Hormuz disruption, adding to economic strain from persistently sluggish domestic consumption.
From Barron's ● Aug. 28, 2026
Bass’ campaign spokesperson, Alex Stack, cited the sluggish start to the program and said subsidies are only a small part of the fight against homelessness.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 23, 2026
That could push capital into housing, energy systems and infrastructure, possibly giving Britain’s sluggish economy a boost.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 20, 2026
“Yes, there’s hope for you,” Yossarian remembered with a sluggish flow of inspiration.
From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller
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