shilly-shallying
adverbHow many syllables in shilly-shallying?
There are 5 syllables in the word shilly-shallying.How to pronounce shilly-shallying:
Definition of shilly-shallying:
- shilly-shallying (adverb):
- in an irresolute, undecided, or hesitating manner
Synonyms for shilly-shallying:
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Antonyms for shilly-shallying:
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