Muck around and Play with

Muck around

Muck around verb - Do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly.
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Play with and muck around are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Play with" instead a verb "Muck around".

Play with

Play with verb - To handle thoughtlessly, ignorantly, or mischievously.
Usage example: please don't play with the telephone

Muck around and play with are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Muck around" instead a verb "Play with".
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