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strolling

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈstɹoʊɫɪŋ// UK //stɹˈəʊlɪŋ// strolling

adj. walking in a slow, relaxed way, usually for pleasure. It describes someone who is not in a hurry and is enjoying their surroundings.

adj. walking in a leisurely or idle manner. Often used as a participial adjective to describe a person's pace or state of movement.


SIMPLE

The strolling couple enjoyed the warm evening air.

CONTEXTUAL

We spent the afternoon as strolling tourists, stopping at every small shop that caught our eye along the river.

COMPLEX

The park was filled with strolling families and musicians, creating a peaceful atmosphere that contrasted sharply with the frantic energy of the nearby business district.

Synonyms
Usage

Often used as a participial adjective before a noun to describe a person or their movement.

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