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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dawdler

/dɔːldər/ noun · British & US
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What does dawdler mean?

noun

A person who walks or moves slowly and deliberately, often in a leisurely or casual manner. A person who procrastinates or delays action.

Example

"The dawdler in our group was holding everyone up, so we decided to leave without him."

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