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to mess around
[phrase form: mess]
01
to waste time or engage in idle, unproductive activity
Examples
Instead of studying, he chose to mess around on social media for hours.
While I was studying, my roommate was messing around and playing video games.
02
to cause problems for someone, especially by being dishonest or unfair
Examples
Be cautious with him; he tends to mess around with people's feelings.
I do n't want to mess you around, but there's been a misunderstanding about your role in the project.
03
to engage in playful or mischievous behavior, often in a way that is not intended to cause harm or offense
Examples
On weekends, they often mess around, joking and playing pranks on each other.
We decided to mess around at the park, playing games and enjoying each other's company.
04
to engage in casual sexual activity with someone, often without commitment or emotional attachment
Examples
The friends decided to mess around after several drinks at the bar.
The couple messed around on the beach during their vacation.
