fritter away
The phrase "fritter away" is often used to describe wasting valuable resources like time, money, or energy on trivial matters.
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Definition
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(informal)To waste time, money, or energy on unimportant things.
Example
- She frittered away her savings on luxury items she didn't need.
- He frittered away the afternoon watching TV instead of working.
B2General
(informal)To gradually lose or squander resources through careless or frivolous actions.
Example
- The company frittered away its profits on unnecessary projects.
- He frittered away his energy on trivial tasks instead of focusing on important goals.
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