idle
Pronunciation: [ˈaɪ.dəl]
Word
Context: "activity"
(adjective) not doing anything or being inactive. When someone is idle, it means they aren't working or being useful at that moment.
Example
On weekends, I like to be idle and just relax at home.
Example
He never stays idle; he always finds something to do.
Example
Why are you idle when there are so many chores to finish?
Context: "activity"
(verb) to spend time doing nothing or to be inactive. Using this word means you're not busy or engaged in any work.
Example
I idled away the afternoon watching movies.
Example
I didn’t idle around; I finished my homework quickly.
Example
Did you idle during your break, or did you get some work done?
Context: "machines"
(verb) to run a machine without doing any work, like leaving a car running while not driving. It means the engine is on, but it’s not moving.
Example
The car idled smoothly while we waited for our friends.
Example
She didn't want to idle the engine too long to save gas.
Example
Is it okay to let the engine idle while we wait?
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