Pal around

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phrasal verb

To spend a lot of time with someone while doing activities that you both enjoy.

John and Peter have been pals around since they were kids.
Visual representation of "pal around" - To spend a lot of time with someone while doing activities that you both enjoy.

Often appears as...

  • pals around with friends
  • pals around with buddies

Usage tips

Informal

Colloquial

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Informal Usage

Used primarily in casual settings among friends or in relaxed social situations.

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They often pal around at the park on weekends.
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Close Friendship

Implies a strong friendship where two people enjoy each other's company a lot.

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My sister and her best friend pal around almost every evening.
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Regular Basis

Often used when two people spend a lot of time together habitually, not just once.

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Even after graduation, they continued to pal around like old times.
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