At a loose end meaning
What does the saying 'At a loose end' mean?
Idiom: At a loose end
Meaning:
If you are at a loose end, you have spare time but don't know what to do with it.
Country: British English |
Subject Area: General |
Usage Type: Both or All Words Used
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