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Phrasal Verbs Using 'Around', 'Over', & 'Along' - Moving (Around)
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to bang around
[Verb]
to move around in a way that creates loud sounds
Ex: The janitor was banging around with the vacuum cleaner in the hallway .
to fly around
[Verb]
to act in a disorganized or chaotic manner
Ex: When the unexpected emergency alarm went off , passengers in the building started to fly around in a state of confusion .
to get around
[Verb]
to move or travel from one place to another
Ex: We used a map to get around the unfamiliar neighborhood .
to go around
[Verb]
to visit someone or a place that is in close proximity
Ex: After work , she likes to go around to he sister 's for a cup of coffee .
to kick around
[Verb]
to travel from one location to another location without a specific purpose or plan
Ex: During their gap year , they kicked around Asia , experiencing the diverse cultures and cuisines .
to mill around
[Verb]
to move in an area without a specific destination or purpose
Ex: After the meeting , employees tend to mill around the office , discussing work or socializing .
to poodle around
[Verb]
to move casually without a clear purpose or direction
Ex: With a few hours to spare , she poodled around the market , picking up a few trinkets .
to putter around
[Verb]
to move around without a clear purpose
Ex: She enjoyed puttering around in her art studio , not working on any particular piece .
to swing around
[Verb]
to turn suddenly and face the opposite direction
Ex: Startled by the sudden movement, the cat swung round to face the approaching dog.
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