Example Sentences

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Namrata Nangia and her husband have been toying with the idea of having another child since their five-year-old daughter was born.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2025

While it’s unlikely we’ll see drastic change any time soon, it appears tech companies have been toying with the idea of watching videos and taking photos from the wrist.

From The Verge • Dec. 10, 2021

“Not all men will start wearing three-piece suits, but if they have been toying with the notion, then Southgate may just push them over the edge.”

From Seattle Times • Jul. 6, 2018

"They have been toying with the idea for months."

From Reuters • Sep. 21, 2016

“You have been toying with us, Orddu,” he whispered.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander