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Laxity
01
the state or quality of being careless and lacking moral strictness or discipline
Example
The teacher's laxity in grading assignments resulted in inconsistent and unfair evaluations.
The government's laxity in enforcing regulations allowed corruption to permeate through various sectors.
02
the state of a limb or muscle being loose
Example
The doctor noted the laxity in the patient's joints, indicating a potential issue with connective tissue or ligaments.
The worn-out elastic band had lost its elasticity over time, resulting in laxity and causing the pants to sag.
