dallying

Example Sentences

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Arsenal went into half-time with 15 attempts at goal, of which only three were on target, and the second half started with Odegaard dallying on another chance.

From BBC • Dec. 17, 2023

In doing so, McAfee showed he’s not one for dallying, setting the trial 11 days before the Nov. 3 deadline.

From Slate • Sep. 12, 2023

Over the course of a long and sometimes dallying act, Kirkwood unravels the intricate backstory of three scientists, who in ways good and ill turn out to be exemplary of their baby boomer generation.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 8, 2021

In the meantime, a few brands are dallying with cool stuff on the side.

From New York Times • Mar. 25, 2019

He’s dallying around, probably just keeping a low profile while he waits.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu