as in slugs
a lazy person
an incorrigible loafer who never accomplished anything
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Recent Examples of loafers
The shoes in the capsule collection were designed as statement pieces, while the brand currently focuses on footwear considered a wardrobe staple, such as loafers, flats and leather sneakers in muted, neutral colors.
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Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Similar to a comfortable pair of loafers or a warm winter jacket, flattering, high-quality jeans are worth investing in, like this option from Pistola.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Fashion and techno music are the chief interests of the surviving members, one of whom dreams of Bottega Veneta loafers floating in the sky.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Keep your styling feeling fresh by breaking up the look with fuzzy cashmere scarves, rich leather loafers, or slick acetate sunglasses.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2026
In France, it’s often worn simply with a pair of white jeans and loafers, the sleeves casually rolled up in a carefree yet very put-together way.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
To make this update easy, Nordstrom Rack dropped prices on hundreds of sneakers, sandals, loafers, and heels ahead of spring, and the best deals are up to 79 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Produced in India, the collection features boots, loafers, mary janes and more.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
With everything from refined fisherman sandals and opera pumps to raffia loafers and classic Chelsea boots, there is truly something to suit any style.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2025
Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026
Similar to a comfortable pair of loafers or a warm winter jacket, flattering, high-quality jeans are worth investing in, like this option from Pistola.
—Melony Forcier, InStyle, 17 Feb. 2026
Fashion and techno music are the chief interests of the surviving members, one of whom dreams of Bottega Veneta loafers floating in the sky.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Keep your styling feeling fresh by breaking up the look with fuzzy cashmere scarves, rich leather loafers, or slick acetate sunglasses.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 14 Feb. 2026
In France, it’s often worn simply with a pair of white jeans and loafers, the sleeves casually rolled up in a carefree yet very put-together way.
—Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2026
To make this update easy, Nordstrom Rack dropped prices on hundreds of sneakers, sandals, loafers, and heels ahead of spring, and the best deals are up to 79 percent off.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 14 Mar. 2025
Produced in India, the collection features boots, loafers, mary janes and more.
—Lily Templeton, WWD, 12 Mar. 2025
With everything from refined fisherman sandals and opera pumps to raffia loafers and classic Chelsea boots, there is truly something to suit any style.
—Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for loafers
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Providing ample shade and maintaining healthy soil can help prevent issues, including occasional damage from slugs and snails, root rot, and powdery mildew.—
Andy Wilcox,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Feb. 2026
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Its gritty texture helps repel pests like slugs and snails from your garden.—
Natalia Gonzalez Blanco Serrano,
The Spruce,
25 Jan. 2026
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Still, the Department of War, formerly known as the Department of Defense, advises that most UAP sightings can actually be identified as planes, balloons, drones and weather events.—
Kate Perez,
USA Today,
16 Feb. 2026
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Targeting real-world use in harsh climates, the technology has already been demonstrated in drones for inspection, logistics, and emergency communications, as well as in robots designed to operate at high altitudes or during cold seasons.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
15 Feb. 2026
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But now, as non-native species of apple snails disappear, the endangered Everglades bird, the snail kite, is paying the price.—
Sofia Baltodano,
Miami Herald,
17 Feb. 2026
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Pest Control with Cardboard Slugs and snails are drawn to cool, damp cardboard.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Feb. 2026
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In later years, the shearling coat in its more Western iteration became a fashion statement beloved by hippies and boho ski bums, and was notably worn with great aplomb by Robert Redford in the 1969 classic Downhill Racer.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
12 Jan. 2026
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The level of luxury she’s introduced with Barracuda is a stark contrast to the humbler quarters generally associated with backpackers and itinerant surf bums, which still make up the majority of Itacaré’s lodging options.—
David Amsden,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Nov. 2025
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As the story begins, Mary and Boo are neighbors, unemployed millennial layabouts who rarely leave their rooms.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
24 Jan. 2026
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Not surprisingly, some colonists preferred to be layabouts.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
27 Nov. 2025
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O’Connor and Brown are no slouches either; both are capable of starting and playing at a high level.—
Adam Lichtenstein,
Sun Sentinel,
31 Jan. 2026
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The unique patchwork design comes together to create a wavy, flame-like pattern up that goes up the shaft of the boot, which fits snuggly around the leg but slouches slightly around the top.—
Karla Rodriguez,
Footwear News,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Loafers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loafers. Accessed 20 Feb. 2026.
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