shuffle
verb (used without object)
to walk without lifting the feet or with clumsy steps and a shambling gait.
is shuffling
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present progressiveof shuffle (3rd person singular).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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While the ISM survey continues to offer a grim assessment of manufacturing conditions, so-called hard data suggest the sector is shuffling along.
From Reuters ● Aug. 1, 2023
“The C.D.C. is shuffling Covid into the deck of infectious diseases that we’re satisfied living with,” Dr. Scarpino said.
From New York Times ● May 5, 2023
Zoe Riddiough, a contact supervisor, is shuffling her staff around to make sure there are sufficient handlers to match the current demand of 999 calls, 101 enquiries and the force's online services.
From BBC ● Nov. 18, 2022
Meta, for instance, is shuffling departments amid a “ruthless prioritization” and giving some employees 30 days to find new teams or leave.
From Slate ● Sep. 23, 2022
I don’t say anything, only glance at the Doctorita, who is shuffling through school papers at the table.
From "The Queen of Water" by Laura Resau
