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Noun
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The problem of persistent economic sluggishness, the inability to reenergize the powerful engines of rapid growth, has preoccupied both policymakers and business leaders.—
Arthur I. Cyr,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026 -
But a more immediate concern is dealing with a prolonged period of sluggishness that has depressed consumer and business confidence.—
Ken Moritsugu,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Arizona Republic reported that Nanos stepped down from the El Paso Police Department in 1982 after being accused of a series of infractions, including excessive force, off-duty gambling, improperly using his siren, and tardiness.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
11 Mar. 2026
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The Arizona Republic cites records obtained from the El Paso PD that purportedly include allegations of insubordination, insufficiency, tardiness, and numerous disciplinary reviews related to accusations of excessive force, dereliction of duty, and off-duty gambling.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The lateness of the case is the Democrats’ own fault.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
9 Mar. 2026
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The other real concern is her lateness.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Dilatoriness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dilatoriness. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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