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Definition of "languidly" []

  • In a languid manner, without force or effort, in a manner requiring little energy or exertion. (adverb)

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Use "languidly" in a sentence
  • "A heavily veiled lady, whom no one had hitherto noticed, rose languidly from a seat and greeted him in a clear, penetrating voice."
  • "He rose languidly from the broken rail; my brother offered him his shoulder to lean on; he placed the little white hand there, and was led into the house."
  • "The way she's kind of languidly making the point with her right index finger is priceless!"
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