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lethargy

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lethargy

In medicine, apathetic state that may arise from a variety of causes, including physical illnesses, such as glandular fever and other viral infections and anaemia; excessive fatigue due, for example, to insomnia; or as a symptom of mental illnesses, such as depression or anxiety. It can also be due to an adverse effect of some drugs, such as beta-blockers. It is important to treat the underlying cause of lethargy.
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Aroused from his lethargy by the cries and reports, Larsan opened the window of his chamber and called out to us.
The Mystery of the Yellow Room by Leroux, Gaston View in context
Becky roused up from her lethargy of distress and showed good interest in the proceedings.
Tom Sawyer by Twain, Mark View in context
I heard a slight scraping at the fence, and rousing myself from the lethargy that had fallen upon me, I looked down and saw him dimly, clambering over the palings.
The War Of The Worlds by Wells, H.G. View in context
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