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to dally
Examples
He dallied on his way to work, enjoying the warm sunshine and fresh air.
The children dallied along the path, picking flowers and chasing butterflies.
02
to toy with an idea or possibility without committing to it or taking it seriously
Examples
She dallied with the idea of quitting her job but never acted.
He dallied with several business plans before settling on one.
03
to engage in romantic or sexual behavior without commitment
Examples
He dallied with several women but never settled down.
She accused him of dallying with her affections.
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dalliance
dallier
dally
