Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
at-a-loose-end
idiomatic expression
/ˌæt ə luːs ɛnd/
Definition
In a situation where someone has nothing to do or feels uncertain about what to do next.
Examples
- After finishing her project early, she found herself at a loose end without any plans for the weekend.
- He was at a loose end after retiring, trying to figure out how to fill his days.
Meaning
The phrase ‘at a loose end’ describes a state of feeling abandoned or not having a specific task or purpose to focus on.
Synonyms
- lost
- unoccupied
- idle
