languished
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Yet meaningful, comprehensive control of AI both on the battlefield and off has languished, largely because trust between governments and understanding of the technology and its risks is lacking, Russell said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 27, 2026
SpaceX shares initially jumped in its IPO but have since languished.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
As a result, upstate New York has languished, while Pennsylvanians next door enjoy more jobs and much lower energy prices.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
He languished with Memphis and Washington after consistently contributing to playoff runs with Boston.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 1, 2026
It’ll give me the feeling that I’ve accomplished something, that I haven’t just languished in the ER.
From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini
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