jack around
The phrase "jack around" is a slang term commonly used in informal contexts to describe wasting time or behaving irresponsibly.
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Definition
B2General
(informal, slang)To waste time or engage in aimless activity.
Example
- Stop jacking around and finish your work.
- We spent the whole afternoon jacking around instead of studying.
C1Interpersonal
(informal, slang)To treat someone unfairly or deceive them.
Example
- I'm tired of being jacked around by this company.
- Don't jack me around with false promises.
Similar
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