- present participle of loaf.
loafing
Americannoun
adjective
Example Sentences
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Proof of that is in the presence of Meghan’s beloved beagle Guy, still loafing in the corner as our host roasts chicken and throws together caramelized onion tarts.
From Salon ● Aug. 27, 2025
Oldman: Despite his appearance, and that we think he’s loafing off, sitting there with his feet on the desk, he was incredibly good at his job at one time.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 14, 2023
But after a year and a half of loafing around the Roku home menu, my brain is eager for cultural engagement that requires the participation of my body.
From New York Times ● Sep. 17, 2021
He was benched for a game last month after loafing on the bases in two earlier games, and he is currently on the injured list with a quad strain.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 14, 2019
Been home all afternoon, just loafing and goofing, not a care in the world.
From "How It Went Down" by Kekla Magoon
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