sluggish

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The Association of School and College Leaders also said the government had been "sluggish" in responding to the online risks posed to children.

From BBC

By contrast to October’s outlook report, the BOJ no longer expects underlying inflation to remain “sluggish”, but instead now expects it to “continue rising moderately,” the head of Asia-Pacific notes.

From The Wall Street Journal

But many Americans say they are feeling the squeeze after five years of persistent inflation and as consumers remain anxious about affordability and sluggish hiring.

From The Wall Street Journal

The growth came despite “sluggish” industrial production, according to the company.

From Barron's

The results were in line with consensus estimates, with the company saying it overcame “sluggish” industrial production.

From Barron's