idly

Example Sentences

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Seeking to keep Mr. Jory entertained, he idly tossed off a stunt in which he recalled the location of all 52 cards in a shuffled deck.

From New York Times

Instead of sitting idly while other players take their turns, as in Monopoly, Catan invites constant wheeling and dealing.

From New York Times

“Washington will not sit by idly and risk the devastating consequences of inaction.”

From Washington Times

“Washington will not sit by idly and risk the devastating consequences of inaction. We are not afraid to take action to protect our rights.”

From Seattle Times

And also that it sat idly by while some encampments, like this one, morphed from zones of social need into alleged criminal enterprises.

From Seattle Times