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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

procrastinate

/prəʊkræsˈtineɪt/ verb · British & US
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What does procrastinate mean?

verb

To delay or put off doing something, often because it is difficult or unpleasant. To spend time doing unimportant or pleasant things instead of doing something that needs to be done.

Example

"She has a habit of procrastinating on her homework until the last minute."

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