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SHILLYSHALLY

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Shillyshally.

Shillyshally - as a noun

The act of procrastinating; putting off or delaying or deferring an action to a later time

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cunctationprocrastination

Shillyshally - as a verb

Be uncertain and vague

Postpone doing what one should be doing

Example: "He did not want to write the letter and procrastinated for days"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dilly-dallydillydallydrag one's feetdrag one's heelsprocrastinatestall

Example Sentences

"Stop shillyshallying and make a decision."
"I don't have time for your shillyshallying; just give me a straight answer."
"His constant shillyshallying made it difficult to trust his judgment."
"The team's shillyshallying cost them the game."
"Don't shillyshally with your studies; focus and get the work done."
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Word Game Points

Is SHILLYSHALLY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, shillyshally is valid for Scrabble UK/EU only
US/CA Invalid UK/EU Valid

SHILLYSHALLY has a SCRABBLE points total of 24.

Is SHILLYSHALLY a valid Words With Friends word?
No, shillyshally is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid Word
SHILLYSHALLY is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is SHILLYSHALLY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, shillyshally is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
SHILLYSHALLY has a WORDFEUD points total of 24.

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