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First published 2001 (DOST Vol. IX).
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Sluggishlie, Slougishlie, adv. [Late ME and e.m.E. sluggishly (1565), sluggusly (c1450); Sluggish(e adj.] In a sluggish or slothful manner. —c1620 Boyd Zion's Fl. Intro. 52.
Who, slugglishlie gapeing and stretching himself, lyeth lusking on the downe 1627 Kellie Pallas Armata 2b.
Shall wee bee still slougishlie secure, and lye in a lavish senslesnesse
