pass the time

Example Sentences

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You’ve heard of doomscrolling on your phone to pass the time — but what about “doomjobbing” while looking for work?

From MarketWatch • May 15, 2026

For example, if you hate your commute to work, try leaving earlier to avoid traffic or play a podcast or audio book to pass the time.

From Barron's • Feb. 7, 2026

To pass the time, they weaved bracelets and rings out of plastic bags and talked about their homeland.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 3, 2025

Bored out of their minds, they riff on customers and even play hockey to pass the time.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 29, 2025

Among the policemen were a few press representatives talking to each other to pass the time.

From "The Autobiography of Malcolm X" by Alex Malcolm X;Hailey