loafing

Example Sentences

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Proof of that is in the presence of Meghan’s beloved beagle Guy, still loafing in the corner as our host roasts chicken and throws together caramelized onion tarts.

From Salon • Aug. 27, 2025

Walt Whitman inspired a former teacher’s fascination with loafing.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 14, 2024

We struck up a conversation — about the men loafing around us, about our day jobs, whatever — and promised to meet at the bar again the following week.

From New York Times • Apr. 12, 2021

There is a seven-stall stable with tack room, a large equipment barn and two loafing barns.

From Washington Post • Sep. 24, 2020

“Where is everybody?” she said when she saw only Camilla, Sophie Dearbold and me loafing by the trophy case.

From "The Secret History" by Donna Tartt