slacking 1 of 2

present participle of slack

slacking

2 of 2

noun

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for slacking
Verb
  • Goldman also reported that the labor market is loosening, meaning there are more workers than jobs, to levels not seen in 10 years.
    Jeff Cox, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1340 after throwing his weight behind it in August when lawmakers brokered a deal allowing independent drivers to unionize in exchange for loosening companies’ accident insurance coverage requirements.
    David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • The stretchy material allows for easy movement, which is suitable for workouts and lounging.
    Melody Kazel, PEOPLE, 11 Oct. 2025
  • The seat backs are slightly curved for comfortable lounging, while the black aluminum frame adds a sleek and modern feel to the design.
    Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 8 Oct. 2025
Noun
  • Ten states recognize Columbus Day as an unpaid public holiday, legal holiday or day of recognition, according to Pew Research Center, and these include Washington, Kansas, Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee, Kentucky, Florida, North Carolina, Michigan and New Hampshire.
    Jasmine Laws, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Congress quickly passed an act making Labor Day a legal holiday in the District of Columbia and the territories.
    Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • In addition to health disparities, the constant grind within the industry of recording, touring, filming, traveling, and lack of rest, are not a far cry from the hustle of everyday men who work tirelessly.
    Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 15 Oct. 2025
  • From delicious room service to luxury linens, booking a five-star hotel conjures feelings of rest and relaxation.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025
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“Slacking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/slacking. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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