as in lounging
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1
as in drooping
to be limp from lack of water or vigor
the heads of the flowers lolled on their stems in the blistering heat
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2
as in resting
to refrain from labor or exertion
farmhands lolling about in the shade and taking a break from the midday sun
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as in lazing
to spend time doing nothing
some members of the decorating committee were hard at work, and others were just lolling about
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Recent Examples of lolling
Kelso Harper, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
After a few days of snorkeling and beach-lolling, the view from our helicopter transfer to the Miavana resort on the island of Nosy Ankao just off Madagascar’s northeast, painted an alarmingly different picture.
—Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Ashley Parker, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2026
After the deputies put him back into the chair, Mitchell’s body stiffened, with his legs straight in front of him and his head lolling back.
—USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
In winter, lolling is best done in the warm and cosseting spa.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Noun
The pup, named Eba, appeared immune to being rushed and trotted behind at the farthest extent of her leash, tongue lolling, black eyes squinting in the afternoon sun.
—Kelso Harper, Scientific American, 16 Dec. 2025
After a few days of snorkeling and beach-lolling, the view from our helicopter transfer to the Miavana resort on the island of Nosy Ankao just off Madagascar’s northeast, painted an alarmingly different picture.
—Chris Schalkx, Vogue, 30 Sep. 2025
Verb
My dad was the king of belting along to Hall & Oates and the Rolling Stones, but karaoke there usually took the form of the residents watching, heads lolling, as the caretakers performed the songs.
—Ashley Parker, The Atlantic, 4 Apr. 2026
After the deputies put him back into the chair, Mitchell’s body stiffened, with his legs straight in front of him and his head lolling back.
—USA Today, 8 Mar. 2026
In winter, lolling is best done in the warm and cosseting spa.
—Lydia Bell, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for lolling
Noun
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For a set that feels like a true lounging experience, this swivel glider rocker set is an easy yes.—
Mariana Best,
Better Homes & Gardens,
10 Apr. 2026
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Other touches aboard each superyacht, per the renderings, include a sunpad forward, as well as plenty of space for alfresco dining and lounging.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
9 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Wilting or drooping leaves may be obvious but also pay attention to the color.—
Lauren David,
Southern Living,
9 Apr. 2026
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Potential risks include botulism (a medical emergency), spread of the toxin beyond the injection site, drooping eyelids and other harmful reactions.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
2 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Also in the vehicle was Jack Zyska, the Knights’ Director of Position Player Development, and junior pitcher Braden Smith, who was resting in the back.—
Matt Murschel,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Apr. 2026
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Houston police even recovered a stray bullet from the bed where the mother and her newborn had been resting just moments earlier, according to KTKR-TV.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
PEOPLE,
8 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Its clear, shallow waters were pleasant to wade into after lazing under one of the scrubby trees on the sand.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
15 Nov. 2025
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And poor, engine‑damaging quality or not, the ersatz aviation fuel had to work only once to get a kamikaze plane up and away to hit one of the enemy warships now lazing about in the offing around the Home Islands, often close enough to be spotted from shore with the naked eye.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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Keep an eye out for wilting leaves, and check the soil for dryness.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
16 Mar. 2026
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The first sign your peace lily is thirsty will be yellowing and wilting leaves.—
Leanne Potts,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
Noun
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The researchers concluded that at least one of the keys to preventing social loafing is restoring individual responsibility within a group.—
Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez,
Fortune,
6 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Earth was just this lifeboat hanging undisturbingly in the universe.—
William Harwood,
CBS News,
12 Apr. 2026
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Instead of using an oversized crock or cramming utensils into drawers and making a mess, try hanging them on the wall.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
12 Apr. 2026
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Some of the kinder ones would give a Christmas tip if the apprentices did a good job cleaning their boots but others, basking in the new money of the Premier League, preferred to peacock.—
Jordan Campbell,
New York Times,
8 Apr. 2026
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Following news that The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives star's husband, Jordan Ngatikaura, had filed for divorce, Draper is basking in her new relationship status.—
Tabitha Parent,
PEOPLE,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Lolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lolling. Accessed 15 Apr. 2026.
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