idling

Example Sentences

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But the sounds of idling diesel work truck engines had replaced the dozens of fire trucks that had been stationed there for days.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2026

Three horses have become two, but Hearts are out in front and show no sign of idling.

From BBC • May 4, 2026

Avoid idling, and remember that at higher speeds, your car will be fighting higher winds.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 14, 2026

The car, however, has a feature that automatically turns off the engine after one hour of idling.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 17, 2026

Not too far to crawl back to them swiftly if the trees turned out to be full of spirits idling the night away.

From "Jazz" by Toni Morrison