lazily

Example Sentences

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On a recent Sunday afternoon, a bald eagle lazily flew back and forth over the spot where Semple Run feeds into Conococheague Creek.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

A slicing sheet of rain, lazily snaking smoke, ragged-edged sea foam, a bird’s wing midflap: Each is forever preserved and, here, accompanied by essays on the artist’s life, times and techniques.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 21, 2025

He won't be able to just lazily walk him down.

From BBC • Sep. 10, 2025

Rather than explain new proposals, they lazily name-check old favorites.

From Salon • Oct. 26, 2024

“Nhamo, fetch the men’s bowls,” Aunt Chipo said lazily.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer