retardation (noun)

1. The modernist architecture movement brought about a paradigm shift in the design industry, causing a significant retardation in the acceptance of traditional architectural styles.

2. According to Greek mythology, King Midas was cursed by the god Dionysus with the gift of the Midas touch, an ability that caused the retardation of everything he touched, turning it into gold.

3. Why did the bicycle feel embarrassed? Because it had a flat tire and suffered from severe retardation on its way to the party!

4. In the movie 'The Shawshank Redemption', the protagonist's time in prison is portrayed as a period of profound personal growth, despite the physical retardation of being incarcerated.

1. The new fashion collection showcased a stunning retardation in the use of bold colors and patterns.

2. In the world of fantasy, time could be manipulated resulting in a retardation of aging or growth.

3. The minimalist design of the house reflected a sense of retardation, with the decrease in the number of walls and dividers.

4. According to ancient mythology, the gods could cause a retardation in the natural elements, like freezing a waterfall in mid-air.

1. In the haunted house, the main character discovered a secret room that revealed the presence of a malevolent spirit, a terrifying portrayal of retardation.

2. Why did the computer go to therapy? It was suffering from RAM-tardation.

3. The religious doctrine taught that retardation is a test from God, challenging individuals and their families to demonstrate faith and compassion.

4. According to ancient mythology, the god of knowledge bestowed retardation upon mortals as punishment for their arrogance and hubris.

1. The fire-retardant paint used in the building design helped prevent the spread of flames in case of fire.

2. Their love was a retardant to their individual pursuits, delaying their personal growth and ambitions.

3. The protagonist faced many hurdles and obstacles, but his determination was a powerful retardant to his success.

4. The superhero's special power was a retardant to the villains' evil plans, delaying their sinister plot.

1. In the science fiction novel, the protagonist is suspended in cryogenic sleep for hundreds of years, experiencing extreme retardation in time.

2. The horror movie depicted a haunted house where time itself seemed to be under a sinister retardation, making the characters trapped in a perpetual nightmare.

3. In the classic novel, the protagonist's journey is marked by a deep sense of retardation, as their progress is hindered by various obstacles and setbacks along the way.

4. In the anime series, the main character possesses the ability to manipulate time, creating pockets of retardation to gain an advantage in battles against adversaries.