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Rarehum and haw
The correct spelling is hum and haw.
How to pronounce hum and haw
verb
IPA: /ˌhʌm ənd ˈhɔː/
Say it like: Hum- an-d h-aw
The correct spelling is hum and haw. To procrastinate; to take a long time before doing something or taking a decision. For example: "We hummed and hawed before finally deciding to buy this house."
Usage Examples
“We hummed and hawed before finally deciding to buy this house.”
Definition
verb
- 1.To procrastinate; to take a long time before doing something or taking a decision.
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