Sluggish - moving or working more slowly than normal in a way that seems lazy

Hiatus - an interruption in time or continuity

Strain - pressure that is put on something when it is pulled or pushed by a physical force

Pilferage - the action of stealing things of little value

Woe - the problems that somebody has

Overt - openly

Inclusivity - the practice of creating environments where all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or characteristics, feel valued, respected, and included

Regressive - making something less advanced( opposite to progressive)

Cognisant - mentally perceptive and responsive

Attuned - make receptive or aware

Quandary - a state of not being able to decide what to do

Caveat - a warning or proviso of specific stipulations, conditions, or limitations

Poised - ready to act

Commemorate - to exist or take place in order to make people remember a special event

Stellar - outstanding

Lacuna - a gap or missing part

Accuruing - to increase in number or amount over a period of time

Refoulement - the forcible return of refugees or asylum seekers to a country where they are liable to be subjected to persecution

Impeccable - without any mistakes or faults

Bigotry - stubborn and complete intolerance of any creed, belief, or opinion that differs from one's own