Bandy about
verb
To discuss or mention something or someone repeatedly.
Her name has been bandied about in reference to the CEO position.
Often appears as...
- bandy about gossip
- bandy about rumors
verb
To throw or pass something or someone back and forth.
The players bandied the ball about during the warm-up.
Often appears as...
- bandy about the ball
- bandy about the blame
verb
To discuss or mention something or someone repeatedly.
Her name has been bandied about in reference to the CEO position.
Often appears as...
- bandy about gossip
- bandy about rumors
verb
To throw or pass something or someone back and forth.
The players bandied the ball about during the warm-up.
Often appears as...
- bandy about the ball
- bandy about the blame
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Repeated Mention
Used when something or someone is frequently mentioned in various situations or conversations.
At every meeting, they bandy about the idea of restructuring.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone
Often carries a casual or informal tone, not typically used in very formal writing.
His potential promotion is often bandied about at lunch breaks.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Gossip
Sometimes implies negative gossip or that the subject is being treated lightly.
Rumors about the merger are being bandied about recklessly.
Pro Tip 1/3Repeated Mention
Used when something or someone is frequently mentioned in various situations or conversations.
At every meeting, they bandy about the idea of restructuring.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone
Often carries a casual or informal tone, not typically used in very formal writing.
His potential promotion is often bandied about at lunch breaks.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Gossip
Sometimes implies negative gossip or that the subject is being treated lightly.
Rumors about the merger are being bandied about recklessly.
Pro Tip 1/3Repeated Mention
Used when something or someone is frequently mentioned in various situations or conversations.
At every meeting, they bandy about the idea of restructuring.
Pro Tip 2/3Casual Tone
Often carries a casual or informal tone, not typically used in very formal writing.
His potential promotion is often bandied about at lunch breaks.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Gossip
Sometimes implies negative gossip or that the subject is being treated lightly.
Rumors about the merger are being bandied about recklessly.
Never forget "Bandy about"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension