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Vocabulary Entry
sloth
|noun • noun • verb
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N
noun
A slow-moving tropical American mammal that hangs from tree branches and feeds on leaves, fruits, and flowers.
Example Sentences
"The sloth spends most of its life hanging upside down in trees."
"We spotted a sloth during our visit to the rainforest."
"The sloth's slow movement helps it avoid predators."
N
noun
A term used to describe laziness or a lack of effort.
Example Sentences
"His sloth was evident when he avoided doing his homework."
"The coach was frustrated by the player's sloth during practice."
"Sloth can prevent people from reaching their goals."
V
verb
To act in a slow, lazy manner.
Example Sentences
"He tends to sloth around the house on weekends."
"Don't just sloth; get up and finish your chores."
"I've been slothing away my days instead of being productive."