idling
- present participle of idle.
Example Sentences
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The officer walked up to my idling Impala and informed me that my left taillight was out.
From Salon ● Jul. 3, 2026
The parking lot would prevent port-bound trucks from idling near schools and parks, he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 27, 2026
Three horses have become two, but Hearts are out in front and show no sign of idling.
From BBC ● May 4, 2026
Further earnings upside is expected from successful redeployment of idling workboats and newbuild orders.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 22, 2026
My drawing pad is open in my lap, and my pencil is idling in my hand, the eraser tap-tap-tapping against the corner of the page.
From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day
