play around
The phrase 'play around' has versatile meanings, often related to casual or non-serious activities in various contexts.
Definition
B1General
(informal)To engage in frivolous or idle activity without serious purpose.
Example
- Stop playing around and focus on your homework.
B2Experimentation
(informal)To try different methods or approaches in a casual manner.
Example
- You can play around with the recipe to suit your taste.
B2Relationships
(informal)To engage in casual romantic or sexual activities without commitment.
Example
- He's known for playing around and not taking relationships seriously.
B2Work
(informal)To handle tasks or responsibilities without proper seriousness or attention.
Example
- You can't play around with your job responsibilities.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "play around":
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