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in circles
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with no success achieved or no progress made
IdiomWhat is the origin of the idiom "in circles" and when to use it?
The origin of the idiom "in circles" has likely emerged from the idea of someone walking or running in circles, without making any forward progress. Today, the idiom is commonly used to describe a situation where someone is stuck in a repetitive cycle of action or thought, without achieving any significant results or progress.
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The playful dog chased its tail in circles.
Leaves floated gently in the eddy, spinning in circles.
The children held hands and ran around in circles while playing.
Her full skirt billowed around her as she spun in circles.
The children ran about in circles, playing a game of chase.
