- present participle of toy.
toying
Example Sentences
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Drewes said she met Swalwell three times as she was growing her fashion software company and toying with the idea of a political career.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 20, 2026
As an epidemiologist who knows far too much about infectious disease, I’m still toying with going on a cruise next year with my family.
From Slate ● May 16, 2026
At times, it feels like a victory lap, the most flattering possible portrait of a man who might be toying with the idea of going out while he’s still on top.
From Salon ● Apr. 19, 2026
But there was one Liverpool-born forward toying with Football League defenders whose skills and outrageous goals earned him a weekly spot on Soccer AM's signature feature and the title 'Showboat King'.
From BBC ● Mar. 24, 2026
At the podium, Hilly looks at her watch, toying with the gavel like she’s just dying to bang it.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
