Putter and Tarry

Putter

Putter verb - Do random, unplanned work or activities or spend time idly.
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Synonyms for Putter

Tarry and putter are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tarry" instead a verb "Putter".

Nearby Words: puttered, putt, puttee, puttering, putted

Tarry

Tarry verb - To move or act slowly.
Usage example: the dean tarried in making his decision, still not sure if he should suspend the student or not

Putter and tarry are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Putter" instead a verb "Tarry".

Nearby Words: tarred, tarried, tarrying
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Tarry and Putter. (2016). Retrieved 2026, July 22, from https://thesaurus.plus/related/putter/tarry
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