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SEDNTR-ee/ˈsedntri/

Sedentary means involving a lot of sitting and little physical activity: a sedentary “noted”, sedentary cover. Sit (already in the dictionary) is everyday; a note in the chair is not a decision.

Meaning

Involving a lot of sitting and little physical activity (from sit, already in the dictionary).

Examples

• “A sedentary “noted” beside an open flame risk is not a decision.”
• “Sit is already in this course. Inactive is the close twin. A note is a vibe. A named action is a file. Write the action; then keep the note if the risk still sits on a fact.”

Good to know

Sitting a lot; inactive. Everyday: sit (already in the dictionary). “Noted” ≠ a decision.

Near in meaning

inactive, desk-bound, inert

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