sedentary
adjective/ˈsɛdənˌtɛri/
Frequency rank: #11,319 most common English word
Meaning
characterized by much sitting and little physical activity
Example sentence
People who work desk jobs tend to lead sedentary lifestyles if they do not exercise regularly.
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