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lethargy

[leth-er-jee] / ˈlɛθ ər dʒi /


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In addition to eye, skin and breathing problems, MMA exposure can cause headaches, coughing and lethargy, according to the EPA.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

Depression was assessed through a questionnaire asking about depressed mood, disinterest, restlessness or lethargy during the previous two weeks.

From Science Daily • Nov. 17, 2025

The US pontiff urged the world to rouse itself from "the fatal lethargy in which we are immersed".

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

Signs of leptospirosis in sea lions include tightly tucked front flippers, severe lethargy and the animals drinking water.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 19, 2025

If a Pogrebin is allowed to tail a human for many hours, a sense of great futility will overcome its prey, who will eventually fall into a state of lethargy and despair.

From "Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them" by J.K. Rowling




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