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languorous

[lang-ger-uhs] / ˈlæŋ gər əs /


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Mr. Miller, a writer of great narrative authority, specializes in historical thrillers that move at a languorous pace.

From The Wall Street Journal Oct. 31, 2025

It was an emotional performance, with Balsom producing a beautifully rounded tone during the slower, languorous movements before switching into high gear for the dazzling pyrotechnics of the closing Rondo.

From BBC Sep. 13, 2025

It was during one such languorous afternoon that, according to Wilkinson, “Joan first encountered the love of her life.”

From Los Angeles Times Mar. 10, 2025

They remind me of slipping away to spend long, languorous days at the beach or on the dock reading and being lulled almost to a slumber by the sound of waves coming to shore.

From Salon Jun. 15, 2023

Then as the weeks passed the days grew warm and languorous.

From "The Heart is a Lonely Hunter" by Carson McCullers




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