DILLYDALLIES Synonyms: 144 Similar and Opposite Words

dillydallies

verb

Definition of dillydallies next

present tense third-person singular of dillydally

as in delays

to move or act slowly don't dillydally on the way to the store

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as in hangs (around or out)

to spend time doing nothing restaurant employees who, during the slow periods, would rather be doing something instead of just dillydallying

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However, as the strike lingers, estimates range widely for just what an extended work stoppage would mean.

JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 2 Oct. 2024
Each of its eight episodes is immersive and impressionistic; the camera lingers on the vibrant greens and deep browns of the natural world, in patient shots soundtracked by birdsong, the crunching of leaves underfoot, and serene, wordless music.

Judy Berman, TIME, 30 Sep. 2024

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