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loafing

American  
[lohf-ing] / ˈloʊf ɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act or state of passing time in an idle, lazy, or relaxed way.


adjective

  1. passing time in an idle, lazy, or relaxed way.

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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

That’s when I taught myself to be unafraid of yeast and to revel in the silky texture of a properly kneaded dough: proof there was something to be said for loafing around.

From Seattle Times Nov. 21, 2020

Traveling while loafing, like Whitman had, as she prepared for the real thing.

From "Paper Towns" by John Green

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