inactivity
Example Sentences
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Benn entered as the WBC's number one contender and BoxRec's highest-ranked British welterweight despite his inactivity in the division.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
Andy Burnham has made unemployment a priority amid skyrocketing youth inactivity and a rapid collapse in entry-level vacancies.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 19, 2026
One possible explanation is that these sensors can measure movement and physiological activity but cannot determine exactly what a person is doing during periods of activity or inactivity.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 17, 2026
I do think one of the ways we’ve gotten to this point is the inactivity of Congress, and part of the story here is Congress’ deference to both the judiciary and the executive.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
This should have meant an easier-than-normal day, but I think that for most of us, the relative inactivity just meant more time to feel shitty about being in prison on Christmas.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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