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CEFR C1

idle

Rank #8272 in frequency ranking in frequency

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adjective

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"Why is the machine sitting idle when we have so much work to do?"

"Don't let your mind stay idle; find something creative to do"

"She felt sad and idle after finishing her favorite book series"

"The car engine should not be left running idle for too long"

"During summer break, the children were often idle and looking for fun"

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