goof
verb (used without object)
to blunder; make an error, misjudgment, etc.
goofing
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present participleof goof.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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Geisel lasted less than a year in Oxford, but Jones says "once he's hooked up with Helen" he spent his time "travelling, goofing off and kind of really doing anything but his studies".
From BBC ● Mar. 2, 2026
During the case, Varyukhina posted clips on Instagram of the couple goofing around in an apartment and dressing up in funny outfits.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 5, 2025
Older kids and adults — even those who aren't furries — also love some animal-themed goofing off: Consider the mascots associated wity many college sports teams.
From Salon ● May 12, 2025
But back then, it was just a couple of poker buddies goofing off.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2024
I didn’t spend all of my time goofing off.
From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline
