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Muck about with

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Playful Context

Use 'muck about with' when referring to casual, non-serious activities.

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The kids were mucking about with their new puppy in the garden.
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Time Wasting

Implies time could be better spent; often used to call out unproductive behavior.

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He's just mucking about with his phone instead of studying.
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Light Scolding

Can be used to mildly scold someone, especially in an affectionate way.

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Mum told us to stop mucking about with the hose before we soaked everyone!
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