Phrase guide

bandy around

verb · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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verb

Meaning 1

To talk about something with others, but without knowing the exact facts or truth of the matter.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • There are a lot of different figures being bandied around, but the exact cost will not be known for some time yet.

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Antonyms: none provided

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Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Spanish: lanzar — Translations
  • Spanish: esparcir — Translations