Origin of slow
Synonyms for slow
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Usage note
Originally, slow was used both preceding and following the verb it modified. Today, it is used chiefly in imperative constructions with short verbs of motion ( drive, run, turn, walk, etc.), and it follows the verb: Drive slow. Don't walk so slow. This use is more common in speech than in writing, although it occurs widely on traffic and road signs. Slow also combines with present participles in forming adjectives: slow-burning; slow-moving. In this use it is standard in all varieties of speech and writing.
Slowly is by far the more common form of the adverb in writing. In both speech and writing it is the usual form in preverb position ( He slowly drove down the street. The couple slowly strolled into the park ) and following verbs that are not imperatives ( He drove slowly down the street. The couple strolled slowly through the park ). See also quick, sure.
Related Words for slow
heavy, gradual, quiet, lackadaisical, passive, stagnant, leisurely, easy, moderate, sluggish, lethargic, reluctant, tedious, stiff, tame, low, dull, time-consuming, simple, limitedExamples from the Web for slow
Contemporary Examples of slow
Back in New York, the slow pace and inward focus of her yoga practice was less fulfilling.
First, as opposition to gay marriage collapses, American anti-LGBT activists will slow their battle against it.
“The process of getting the approval is too slow and is too cumbersome,” Rogers said.
“Personal hotspots can get speeds of up to 60 Mb/s down, whereas hotel Wi-Fi can be as slow as 1.5 Mb/s,” Sesar said.
How ‘Ethical’ Hotel Chain Marriott Gouges Guests in the Name of Wi-Fi SecurityKyle Chayka
December 31, 2014
One of the honor guard approached with slow, measured steps and presented the flag to a uniformed captain.
Historical Examples of slow
But, changed as he was, he was not slow in recognizing his old enemy, Robert Rushton.
Brave and BoldHoratio Alger
We had to carry the water from the spring in drums, which was slow and hard work.
Explorations in AustraliaJohn Forrest
Mr Clayton was not slow to remark what was passing in my mind.
Progress may be slow—measured in inches and feet, not miles—but we will progress.
He tried every means of whiling away the time, but it never had seemed to move so slow.
The LamplighterCharles Dickens