straggling Definition
- 1spreading out in different directions in an untidy way
- 2moving slowly or with difficulty because you are tired or injured
Using straggling: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "straggling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The straggling branches of the tree made it difficult to climb.
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The hikers were straggling behind the group.
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The town was a straggling collection of houses and shops.
straggling Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for straggling
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Summary: straggling in Brief
The term 'straggling' [ˈstræɡ.lɪŋ] describes something that is spreading out in different directions in an untidy way or moving slowly or with difficulty because of tiredness or injury. It can be used to describe physical objects like branches or groups of people like hikers. Synonyms include scattered, disorganized, and rambling.
