tinkering

present participle of tinker

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for tinkering
Verb
  • For example, students in Australia led a successful initiative to improve air quality around their schools by having parents cut down on engine idling time.
    Ana Santos Rutschman, The Conversation, 9 Sep. 2025
  • When a motivated consumer still feels unconvinced, the market is idling in the wrong gear.
    Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Understand the difference between roosts, feeds, and loafing spots.
    Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • Further, there’s no excuse for Congress to continue dawdling on farm policy.
    The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2025
Verb
  • This cute camisole is perfect for lounging around or pairing with your favorite sweatpants or leggings.
    Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 11 Sep. 2025
  • Matching sets remove the daily challenge of having to coordinate an outfit and are comfortable for a day of lounging or working from home.
    Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Try coloring, building with blocks, or doodling beside a younger child.
    Kelsey Mora, CNBC, 24 Aug. 2025
  • Solène is left alone on the boat, doodling eyes, a woman, and a crescent moon.
    Emma Soren, Vulture, 12 Aug. 2025
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“Tinkering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tinkering. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.

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