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hum 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. 1.To procrastinate; to take a long time before doing something or taking a decision.

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