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sedentary

[sed-n-ter-ee] / ˈsɛd nˌtɛr i /


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Here are five takeaways from a gubernatorial contest that was sedentary and sleepy until, suddenly, it wasn’t.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 3, 2026

A largely sedentary and inflexible creature, dependent on eucalyptus leaves for much of their water, koalas quickly develop dehydration when hotter conditions persist.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

In an era marked by burnout, sedentary lifestyles and rising mental-health struggles, progression offers a practical compass.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

They also point out that step counts and sedentary time were measured at a single point, which may introduce some bias.

From Science Daily • Apr. 18, 2026

“Someone half clever might dub you Pitch or Scuttle, ill-favored names. Or Slate, a sedentary name. Heaven forbid you end up Blackie, that’s an ill-fitting name for a prince like you.”

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss




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