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Term: Goofing Off

Description:

Goofing off refers to a colloquial term used to describe engaging in unproductive or recreational activities, often as a means of procrastinating or avoiding work or responsibilities. This term is commonly associated with informal settings or informal behavior.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Part of speech: Verb phrase

Definition: To relax, have fun, or waste time instead of doing something productive or important.

Example sentence: Sarah and Tom spent the afternoon goofing off at the park instead of studying for their exams.

Sense 2:

Part of speech: Noun phrase

Definition: The act of engaging in unproductive or recreational activities; idle behavior.

Example sentence: The boss caught the employees goofing off during work hours and reprimanded them.

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