toying

Example Sentences

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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

Although he hadn’t committed to playing, Woods had been toying with returning to competition for the first time since 2024 at next week’s Masters at Augusta National Golf Club, where he has won five championships.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

Like a giddy toddler toying with a puppy - now you see the ball, now it's skipping into your net.

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Shane Harris: I mean, I think he’s been toying with it since his first term, really.

From Slate • Mar. 2, 2026

It was like we had just been out there toying with them before I slammed over their big man.

From "Slam!" by Walter Dean Myers