Used in a Sentence

slackness

How to use slackness in a sentence. Example sentences and definitions for slackness.

Editorial note

It is a constant source of temptation to slackness.

Examples9
Definitions3
Parts of speech1

Quick take

weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy

Meaning at a glance

The clearest senses and uses of slackness gathered in one view.

noun

weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy

noun

the quality of being loose (not taut); "he hadn't counted on the slackness of the rope"

noun

the quality of being lax and neglectful

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for slackness.

noun

the quality of being loose (not taut); "he hadn't counted on the slackness of the rope"

Example sentences

1

It is a constant source of temptation to slackness.

2

If we're slow to respond it will probably just be old fashioned slackness.

3

It is these kind of articles that cause slackness when you need to be extra vigilant.

4

They aim to get people compliant, levying fines in cases of wilful contempt or egregious slackness.

5

But we know that better alternatives exist, which are more tolerant of slackness and lack of commitment from their contributors.

6

Here it is with some slight edits;Sage Vasistha says: In this world whatever is gained is gained by self effort; where failure is encountered it is seen that there has been slackness of effort.

7

This slackness cost so many lives!I remember having a discussion [1] about this almost a month ago when the first major destructive potential of this pandemic was still unravelling in the West.

8

And what about the other stories about bad cabbies and other people's not-so-good experiences with the traditional system?I reckon services like Uber are a good way to shake up the in-inefficiencies and built-in-slackness that accumulates within a protected service industry.

9

Cries of protest against the slackness of American education, hitherto raised only by a small number of educational critics, were now taken up by television, mass magazines, businessmen, scientists, politicians, admirals, and university presidents, and soon swelled into a national chorus of self-reproach.

Frequently asked questions

Short answers drawn from the clearest meanings and examples for this word.

How do you use slackness in a sentence?

It is a constant source of temptation to slackness.

What does slackness mean?

weakness characterized by a lack of vitality or energy

What part of speech is slackness?

slackness is commonly used as noun.