laxness

Example Sentences

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There is laxness in the air, self-conscious charm, a pensive mood of: What should come next?

From New York Times • Oct. 21, 2021

While Samaranch and the IOC were criticized for a perceived laxness on performance-enhancing drugs, Rogge initiated a high-profile “zero tolerance” policy on doping.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 29, 2021

While Samaranch and the IOC were criticized for a perceived laxness on performance-enhancing drugs, Rogge initiated a high-profile "zero tolerance" policy on doping.

From Fox News • Aug. 29, 2021

Because vaccines have to be manufactured in sterile and carefully monitored conditions, any laxness or error on the manufacturers' part can cause side effects.

From Salon • Jul. 15, 2021

I must confess to a laxness in the matter of National Parks.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck