loll

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as in to droop
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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How does the verb loll differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of loll are idle, laze, loaf, and lounge. While all these words mean "to spend time doing nothing," loll also carries an implication of a posture similar to that of lounge, but places greater stress upon an indolent or relaxed attitude.

lolling on the couch

When might idle be a better fit than loll?

While in some cases nearly identical to loll, idle may be used in reference to persons that move lazily or without purpose.

idled the day away

When could laze be used to replace loll?

While the synonyms laze and loll are close in meaning, laze usually implies the relaxation of a busy person enjoying a vacation or moments of leisure.

lazed about between appointments

When is loaf a more appropriate choice than loll?

The synonyms loaf and loll are sometimes interchangeable, but loaf suggests either resting or wandering about as though there were nothing to do.

she does her work and then loafs the rest of the day

When can lounge be used instead of loll?

The meanings of lounge and loll largely overlap; however, lounge, though occasionally used as equal to idle or loaf, typically conveys an additional implication of resting or reclining against a support or of physical comfort and ease in relaxation.

he lounged against the wall

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of loll For a glam photo shoot, Colossal flew Romulus and Remus to Dallas, Texas, and snapped them lolling on the fictional seat of power. Degen Pener, HollywoodReporter, 7 Apr. 2025 No one lolls or drawls in this Streetcar; there’s no Vaseline on the lens. Sara Holdren, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2025 Warm sunlight slanted through the windows as the car lolled on to Birch’s on the Lake. Lara Bockenstedt, Twin Cities, 8 Feb. 2025 At the other end of the sofa, the old woman was sleeping with her head lolling to one side. Samanta Schweblin, The New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for loll
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  • Signatures of a weevil infestation are drooping fronds and a collapsed or tilting crown that turns brown in an umbrella-like appearance, according to Mark Hoddle, a biological control specialist and principal investigator at the UC Riverside Department of Entomology.
    Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 July 2025
  • During a tour on July 2, the milkweeds drooped a bit and showed some yellow.
    Austin Corona, AZCentral.com, 17 July 2025
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  • Guests can witness the eclipse surrounded by mountains and immersed in pristine Icelandic nature, from the comfort of the lodge's private Spa House, relaxing in the sauna, hot and cold tubs, with lakeside views as the Moon's shadow passes overhead.
    Rebecca Ann Hughes, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2025
  • In a video posted on July 17, with 897 likes, Quintana relaxes on the couch with her young son and their pet cat.
    Rachael O'Connor, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Aug. 2025
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  • There are racks with graphic tees hanging and a coffee table book topped with the spring 2025 issue of The Cut — naturally, Bad Bunny is the New York Magazine offshoot’s cover star.
    Lyndsay C. Green, Freep.com, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Zinc panels hung between sliding glass doors are a nod to a classic Hamptons beach house with its rows of teensy shingles.
    Adriane Quinlan, Curbed, 31 July 2025
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  • Having a selection of pool loungers included in your patio set up ensures a comfortable place where friends and family can bask in the sun, safely out of the splash zone.
    Erika Owen, Architectural Digest, 18 July 2025
  • Upon arrival, visitors are welcome to soak in the heated indoor pool or spend some time basking in the sauna, whirlpool tub and hammam-style steam room, but no visit is complete without enjoying one of the spa’s lavish treatments.
    Jared Ranahan, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
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  • These increasingly crazed visitors spend their days lazing on the shore, drinking and eating, carousing with prostitutes, and abusing Rosa (played by B-movie actress Leonora Fani, who would also star in the equally notorious vacation film Giallo in Venice) for their own entertainment.
    Erik Morse, Vogue, 26 June 2025
  • The researchers observed that this particular population of orangutans also build slightly simpler nests for daytime naps, in contrast to other groups which frequently just laze on bare branches.
    Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 25 June 2025
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  • This reaction forms harmful compounds known as advanced glycation end products (AGEs), which can damage collagen fibers and potentially promote wrinkles and sagging skin.8 5.
    Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 25 July 2025
  • Unlike cheaper chairs at this price point (even the Snow Peak!), the mesh lets air flow through and conforms to your body without soaking or sagging.
    Chris Haslam, Wired News, 16 July 2025
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  • In the photo, Spieth and his children's hands can be seen touching the little one, who is resting while wearing a blue onesie with trucks printed on it.
    Kayla Grant, People.com, 14 July 2025
  • After taking a little extra time to rest up, the three-time Grammy winner kicked off her Las Vegas residency with a bang on Friday night.
    Shania Russell, EW.com, 13 July 2025
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  • Whether your plans for the season involve lounging poolside or simply spending more time socializing on your newly furnished patio, outdoor bar carts are ready to roll for an at-home happy hour at impromptu times.
    Blake Bakkila, Architectural Digest, 1 Aug. 2025
  • His own big dogs get a walk every day but then are content lounging around and following him from room to room.
    Jen Reeder, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025

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“Loll.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/loll. Accessed 6 Aug. 2025.

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