sluggish

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Looking at factors outside of the jobs report, it’s apparent that things will be sluggish, and are likely to slow even further.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2026

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its target rate by 0.5 percentage points, with pent-up demand after three years of sluggish sales.

From Barron's • Mar. 26, 2026

The company went public in 2024 and its shares have significantly underperformed since then, in part because of sluggish fragrance demand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026

However, it was forced to cut jobs last year amid sluggish sales and is trying to revitalise its business.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

My body felt hollow, like my sluggish heartbeat was bouncing and echoing through my vacant, aching limbs.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys