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sloth

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/sloʊθ/
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a herbivorous mammal that is known for moving very slowly, which hangs from the trees and lives in tropical rainforests of South and Central America

The sloth is a slow-moving mammal native to Central and South America, known for its unique appearance and leisurely lifestyle. Sloths have a distinctive body shape with long limbs and curved claws that allow them to hang upside down from trees for extended periods of time. They have a specialized diet of leaves and are known for their slow metabolism and low energy levels. Sloths are well adapted to their arboreal habitat and are often associated with a relaxed and laid-back demeanor.

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apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins)

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a group of bears