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Impede - To create obstacles or difficulties that hinder an action or process.

His lack of experience may impede his chances of getting the job.

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Imposition - An unfair or unwelcome demand or requirement placed on someone.

The sudden imposition of strict dress codes made the employees feel surprised, upset and frustrated.

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sloth - Reluctance to work or make an effort; laziness

Reed spent the whole day living in sloth, never even leaving the couch.

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straggler - A person or animal that is last in a group to do something or the last to get to or leave a place

While the other runners were far ahead of him, the straggler struggled at the back of the line.

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laggard - A person who makes slow progress and falls behind others

Once the runners ahead of him were specks in the distance, Terry knew he was the laggard of the race.

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dither - Be indecisive

Maggie would always dither when dealing with issues instead of just making a decision.

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stranded - Unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transportation or money

After the shipwreck, Arthur was stranded on the island for 2 years until the was discovered and brought back to civilisation.

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limbo - An uncertain period of awaiting a decision or resolution; an intermediate state or condition

Because Ian had so much trouble making decisions, he often felt stuck in limbo, unsure of which direction his decisions would be taking him.

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interminable - Endless (often used hyperbolically)

Victor dreaded going to the DMV, knowing he would spend an interminable amount of time there.

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stagnant - Showing no activity; dull and sluggish

In the last few decades, the income of the richest 10% has increased while that of the bottom 90% has remained stagnant.

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Logjam - A situation where progress is halted due to a buildup of problems, delays, or obstacles.

The political negotiations reached a logjam when neither side was willing to compromise.

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slacker - A person who avoids work or effort

Chris was the ultimate slacker at work, asleep at his desk half the time.