as in slugs
a lazy person
she regretted ever asking that layabout to be her roommate, as he created the mess of two people and refused to help with anything
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Recent Examples of layabouts
Not surprisingly, some colonists preferred to be layabouts.
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The Editorial Board, Oc Register, 27 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for layabouts
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Later, a pair of slugs that help the seed cross an arid landscape, like camels in the desert, glisten vividly.—
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The good news is that researchers at Oregon State University2 have found that coffee is effective in getting rid of slugs.—
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Ali Safavi, a member of the National Council of Resistance of Iran, told Fox News Digital that drones were observed over Ferdow Boulevard in Tehran-sar.—
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About 20 Air Force combat planes, including F-15Es, A-10s and AC-130J gunships, as well as MQ-9 Reaper drones and Jordanian F-16 fighter jets, fired more than 90 bombs and missiles toward at least 35 targets Saturday, according to Capt.—
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The level of luxury she’s introduced with Barracuda is a stark contrast to the humbler quarters generally associated with backpackers and itinerant surf bums, which still make up the majority of Itacaré’s lodging options.—
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With both travel and programming budgets under pressure, all markets have to make a strong case to get buyer and seller bums on seats (or, more accurately, into screening booths and meeting rooms).—
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One of my prompts on the app detailed my phobia of snails in detail.—
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Take respectful photos and use your Pocket Guide to identify common species like tidepool sculpin or turban snails.—
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Cole Haan Grand City Platform Oxford Derby These Oxford shoes from Cole Haan are like loafers, sneakers…and heels!—
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These mid-rise jeans come in a jet-black wash and wide-leg silhouette that works with virtually any shoe, from loafers to slipper sandals.—
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“Layabouts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/layabouts. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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