twiddle
verb (used with object)
to turn about or play with lightly or idly, especially with the fingers; twirl.
are twiddling
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present progressiveof twiddle.present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Criminal court judges are twiddling their thumbs as their dockets empty.
From Economist ● Jan. 8, 2015
Assorted illustrators and authors are twiddling their thumbs at signing booths, shuffling the postcards or limited-edition prints they've brought along to autograph.
From The Guardian ● Jul. 22, 2010
Why, you are twiddling your necklace now, Myra, without knowing you are doing it, and a minute ago you were twisting your engagement ring round and round your finger.
From Bandit Love by Juanita Savage
