torpid
Example Sentences
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Finally, after three torpid days, this Test exploded into life.
From BBC
The cover showed a red, white and black American flag; “Africa Talks to You” was torpid — funk without any swing.
From Los Angeles Times
But the pathogen’s ability to remain infectious during torpid and active states is an important addition to this story.
From Salon
In situations like these, there are defining moments along the way that set off alarm bells, but these clarion calls were left mostly unmet by a torpid international community.
From Washington Times
Just 38 at the time, with three young children and a successful law career, the charismatic Mrs. Ewing sliced through Scotland’s torpid, sclerotic politics with her vision for an energized, independent nation.
From New York Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
