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Shopping like this can be disorganised and sluggish (8)

Ross

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listless

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(Other definitions for listless that I've seen before include "Lacking energy or vitality" , "Lacking zest or vivacity" , "Showing no enthusiasm, torpid" , "Devoid of spirit or energy" , "Lacking enthusiasm or energy" .)

I've seen this clue in The Irish Times.
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