slow-moving
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of slow-moving
First recorded in 1635–45
Example Sentences
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Sorkin’s film highlights the conflict between slow-moving reporting and the light-speed pace of modern culture, a velocity enhanced by the very tech the film has in its crosshairs.
From Salon ● Oct. 11, 2026
The bond market is typically heavily influenced by slow-moving macroeconomic trends, LeBas pointed out.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026
The slow-moving storm is being fuelled by extremely warm waters caused by the El Niño climate phenomenon.
From BBC ● Sep. 23, 2026
We chose Shikoku because it is one of the world’s bike-touring gems, perfect for us slow-moving retirees.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 6, 2026
The icing sags and bunches out on one side like a slow-moving glacier, bringing tipping candles along with it.
From "The Adoration of Jenna Fox" by Mary E. Pearson
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