dilly-dallied

we shouldn't dilly-dallied around and missed the early bird special.

the team dilly-dallied with the project, and deadlines were missed.

don't dilly-dallied about; let's get started on the presentation.

he dilly-dallied with his job search and now regrets it.

stop dilly-dallied and finish your homework, please!

they dilly-dallied with the negotiations, delaying a final agreement.

we dilly-dallied on the decision, and the opportunity passed us by.

the kids dilly-dallied while waiting for the ice cream truck.

don't dilly-dallied with your packing; we need to leave soon.

she dilly-dallied with the application process, missing the scholarship deadline.

we dilly-dallied over lunch, and now we're running late.