at loose ends idiom

By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman Shamil | Last updated: February 3, 2024

IdiomMeaningExample Sentence
At a loose endIn a state of not knowing what to do nextWith no plans for the weekend, Jane found herself at a loose end.
At loose endsFeeling restless or uncertain, not busyAfter finishing the project, he was at loose ends and didn’t know what to do with his time.
Have loose endsTo have unresolved matters or tasksThe project was incomplete, leaving several loose ends that needed to be addressed.
at loose ends idiom
at loose ends idiom