sluggish
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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
The Crocs brand has returned to growth in North America following several sluggish quarters.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
When she returned from dinner, Basu noticed Loki was a little sluggish and she worried how she and her cat would get through the night.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
The hope is that increased automation will fill this looming gap in the workforce before it starts to affect an already sluggish economy.
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
They had started the lessons the year before, in late summer when the river was lower and the current sluggish.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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