How to pronounce “shilly-shally”

Meaning

• [Verb]
• (informal) To procrastinate.
• (informal) To vacillate.
• [Adjective]
• (informal) Indecisive; wavering.
• [Noun]
• (informal) Indecision; irresolution.

Practice Nearby Words

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Similar Sounds

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