うじうじ

Alternative writings: ウジウジ
Frequency:
1

Hesitantly or indecisively; lingering in hesitation or brooding rather than taking action.

AdverbAdverb Taking 'と'Irregular VerbOnomatopoeic or Mimetic Word

Examples

うじうじしていてはチャンスを逃すよ。

If you keep dithering, you'll miss the chance.

彼は別れた後、何ヶ月も家でうじうじしていた。

After the breakup he moped around at home for months.

うじうじ悩むより、まず行動してみよう。

Rather than agonizing, try taking action first.

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