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tarrying Definition and Meaning in English (tarrying definition)

verb
Synonyms:delayinglingeringwaiting
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Tarrying definition: The act of delaying or lingering in a place or at a task, often used as a present participle.

Definitions of Tarrying

  1. 1verb

    The act of delaying or lingering in a place or at a task, often used as a present participle.

  2. 2noun

    A period of delay or a prolonged stay, functioning as a gerund.

Example Sentences

“His tarrying caused them to miss the train.”

“She was tired of his constant tarrying and wanted him to make a decision.”

“After much tarrying, the committee finally approved the proposal.”

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infinitivetarry
third person singulartarries
past tensetarried
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Tarrying definition: The act of delaying or lingering in a place or at a task, often used as a present participle.
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'Tarrying' translates to 'tarrying' in English. Tarrying definition: The act of delaying or lingering in a place or at a task, often used as a present participle.
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