No. 4,976 in French
stagnante
Stagnant; not flowing or moving.
In a sentence
L'eau du lac est stagnante depuis des semaines.
The water in the lake has been stagnant for weeks.
Here, 'stagnante' describes the water that shows no movement, reflecting a state of stillness commonly associated with lakes or ponds.
Son projet reste stagnante sans progression malgré ses efforts.
His project remains stagnant without progress despite his efforts.
In this context, 'stagnante' metaphorically represents the lack of forward movement or development of a project or endeavor.
La situation économique dans certains pays est stagnante.
The economic situation in some countries is stagnant.
Here, 'stagnante' refers to a lack of growth or development in the economy, often implying prolonged inactivity or immobility.
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