Synonyms

shuffling

American

[shuhf-ling] / ˈʃʌf lɪŋ /

adjective

moving in a dragging or clumsy manner.
prevaricating; evasive.

Other Word Forms

shufflingly

adverb

Etymology

Origin of shuffling

First recorded in 1570–80; shuffle + -ing ²

Example Sentences

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Shuffling has become the norm as rain lashes down in the early hours of the morning, the runners deep into what is widely regarded as the toughest part of the race.

From BBC • Oct. 8, 2024

Shuffling families between shelters is a daily problem for New York City council member Gale Brewer and her staff in Manhattan, who have handled dozens of cases flagged by schools and other community members.

From Seattle Times • May 10, 2024

Shuffling them shifts the probability that they’ll converge to make something or nothing, and the outcome depends on all the prior dances they’ve ever shared with other partners.

From Science Magazine • Dec. 20, 2023

“Yeah, I am. Shuffling is jumping. We’re jumping for joy!” she laughs.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 29, 2023

Shuffling backward had strained his leg muscles to the max, and they burned with heat and were beginning to cramp.

From "The Kill Order (Maze Runner, Book Four; Origin)" by James Dashner

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