kid around

Example Sentences

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“Crypto is no longer the only cool kid around the block.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Danvers enjoys pushing the kid around as she molds him into a – you can say it out loud– true detective.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2024

While the added weight of hauling your kid around feels like a boat anchor dragging on your speed as skate skiers zip past you, the harness can also help improve your form.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2022

When it comes to condiments, Pocker, 45, doesn’t kid around.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 20, 2022

I can no longer just kid around, since my serious side is always there.

From "The Diary of a Young Girl" by Anne Frank