lethargy
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Carrick's men paid for their lethargy five minutes into the second half.
From Barron's • Feb. 10, 2026
Like most of the countries where Christianity first took hold, wars and economic lethargy — not to mention a relatively easier path to emigration — have dwindled Lebanon’s Christian population over the decades.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 27, 2025
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
A "disappointed" Martin admitted: "There was just general lethargy and no speed in the first half."
From BBC • Aug. 9, 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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