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Vocabulary Entry
slack
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
A state of being negligent or careless; a failure to fulfill a responsibility.
Example Sentences
"The team lost the game due to their slack in practicing."
"There's been a slack in communication between departments."
"Her slack in completing the project led to a missed deadline."
V
verb
To allow to become less tight or to reduce the intensity of something.
Example Sentences
"You need to slack the rope before moving the heavy load."
"He decided to slack his workout routine to avoid injury."
"Please slack the leash so the dog can roam freely."
A
adjective
Not tight or firm; loose or negligent in performance.
Example Sentences
"The slack jeans were comfortable but didn’t fit very well."
"There was a slack grip on the handlebars, making the ride uncomfortable."
"Her slack attitude towards her assignments worried the teacher."