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Tinkering Trifling Crossword Clue
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FIDDLING which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
FIDDLING
Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "FIDDLING" which means:
- adjective satellite
- • (informal) small and of little importance verb
- • To play aimlessly.
- • To adjust or manipulate for deception or fraud.
- • To play traditional tunes on a violin in a non-classical style.
- • To touch or fidget with something in a restless or nervous way, or tinker with something in an attempt to make minor adjustments or improvements. noun
- • Action of the verb to fiddle adjective
- • Of petty or trivial importance; footling
An example sentence would be:
- • "She was engaged in fiddling with her phone instead of paying attention to the lecture."
- • "He spent the afternoon fiddling with the radio, trying to get a better signal."
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