goofing off
Example Sentences
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Geisel lasted less than a year in Oxford, but Jones says "once he's hooked up with Helen" he spent his time "travelling, goofing off and kind of really doing anything but his studies".
From BBC • Mar. 2, 2026
Eileen Shiffrin, Mikaela’s mother and original skiing Obi-Wan, says she knows it’s going to be a good day when her daughter is goofing off and chatty.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 3, 2026
Older kids and adults — even those who aren't furries — also love some animal-themed goofing off: Consider the mascots associated wity many college sports teams.
From Salon • May 12, 2025
There is less goofing off in the workplace shows that have been among the most talked-about programs since the rise of streaming.
From Seattle Times • Nov. 22, 2023
She tried to imagine goofing off with another partner like she had today with Rishi and supposed it was possible.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
