lolling 1 of 3

present participle of loll
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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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lolling

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adjective

lolling

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noun

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for lolling
Verb
  • To emphasize the sad state of affairs, Ilett updated his followers on another bad hair day from inside a running shower, his matted locks drooping to his cheekbones.
    Don Riddell, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Young trees usually don’t require pruning, though older ones can be shaped for aesthetics to remove drooping limbs, says Simpson.
    Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 25 Aug. 2025
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  • It is said the bees gathered at the cemetery, resting on the tent over the grave and on the floral displays, returning to their hives after the service concluded.
    Elizabeth Bass Parman, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2025
  • Thomas dove in and swam with Malibu, popping up simultaneously from the water and resting their extremities — his arms, her fins — on the edge of the pool.
    Teri Figueroa, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Expect wide terraces for lounging, a summer kitchen for long dinners under the stars, a pool that sits just steps from the bay, and a private dock and boat lift.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Most are more interested in diving than lounging at five-star resorts.
    Joe Sills, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • His death was ruled a suicide by hanging.
    Lauren Peller, ABC News, 2 Sep. 2025
  • Plus, hanging one rail is so much easier on your walls than a splatter of nail holes.
    Emily Williams, Better Homes & Gardens, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • And in recent years, Venice has offered its share of memorable red-carpet looks (think Lady Gaga and her haute couture headpiece) and viral moments that draw the attention of the world (a teary Brendan Fraser basking in a standing ovation).
    Brent Lang, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025
  • Now, Ragweed is intent on making the reunion permanent, and Folk sees a Stillwater return as the catalyst for that — as well as a chance to continue basking in the band’s 2025 homecoming.
    Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 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
Verb
  • The Fed reduces rates to bolster a sagging economy and raises rates or keeps them higher for longer to curb inflation.
    Paul Davidson, USA Today, 5 Sep. 2025
  • Other issues with rotting, sagging and deterioration were present in other buildings, according to the inspections.
    Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • What To Take Home With You While a relaxing getaway does help reduce fatigue from a busy summer, a true reset trip will also give you tools to bring back with you to help maintain healthy habits at home.
    Michelle Stansbury, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2025
  • The video shows the two large dogs named Trusty and Arthur relaxing on a large dog bed.
    Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
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“Lolling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/lolling. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

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