stand around
Example Sentences
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And France’s Kylian Mbappé still doesn’t understand why he was made to stand around for 3 minutes and 11 seconds during a review of an obvious penalty kick.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 13, 2026
"The police and officials they've sent here just stand around taking photos and making TikToks," she added.
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
At least for the sake of torch-passing, someone should have thought of something for the newish members introduced in “Jackass Forever” to do besides stand around and applaud.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 26, 2026
They stand around in combat fatigues, holding their rifles and listening intently as she describes how the family's belongings were thrown into the street.
From BBC ● Dec. 16, 2024
“Come on, let's not stand around here,'' Ida said quietly. “The little one doesn't have to find out till tomorrow that his brother has vanished.
From "The Thief Lord" by Cornelia Funke
