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play around

verb
  1. To behave in a silly, childish, or irresponsible way. · Stop playing around, and get on with your homework.
  2. To work with something in a non-serious manner; to tweak or tinker. · He was interested in electronics and began playing around with amplifiers.
  3. To engage in sexual practices outside of marriage.
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