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goof off

Phrasal-verb Behavior

Meaning

to waste time instead of working or studying

Example Sentences

"If you goof off all semester, you’ll regret it during finals."

Related Expressions

scale into

to invest gradually over time instead of all at once

show off with

to display or use something to attract attention

lash out with frustration

to suddenly express anger or frustration

vote out

to remove someone from office by voting against them

narrow down

to reduce the number of possibilities

open up to trade

to start allowing international trade or economic exchange