drag feet

VERB

fetter

Synonyms

STRONG

bind chain check clog confine cuff curb encumber hamper hamstring handcuff hinder hobble hog-tie leash manacle repress restrain restrict shackle trammel

WEAK

hang up hold captive put straitjacket on throw monkey wrench in

Antonyms

STRONG

aid allow assist encourage expedite free help let go liberate permit promote release

WEAK

loose loosen

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“We can’t drag feet or point to barriers when millions have been uprooted and the daily headlines speak to dire need in countries like Afghanistan.”

From Washington Post ● Aug. 20, 2021

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