drift about

Frequency: 5.02.1 per million words

To move around a place without a clear purpose.

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Examples (10)

  • He drifted about the new city for hours, with no particular destination in mind.
  • They say a lonely spirit drifts about the castle corridors at night.
  • Feeling out of place, she was just drifting about the party, not talking to anyone.
  • Since finishing college, he has just drifted about at home, unsure of his next step.
  • The last autumn leaves drifted about in the gentle breeze.
  • His perfect Sunday involved just drifting about the house in his pajamas.
  • Vague ideas for a new novel were drifting about in her mind.
  • With the engine off, the small boat drifted about on the calm lake.
  • Don't just drift about; find something productive to do with your day!
  • The lost dog drifted about the neighborhood, searching for a familiar scent.