Kill Time

A2 16+

Synonyms of kill time

Collocations of kill time

waste time
Frequency: 85 %

Don't waste time watching TV all day, find something productive to do.

pass the time
Frequency: 70 %

We played cards to pass the time while waiting for the bus.

spend time
Frequency: 60 %

I like to spend time reading books to relax.

kill boredom
Frequency: 45 %

Playing video games helps to kill boredom on rainy days.

while away the hours
Frequency: 40 %

We whiled away the hours chatting and enjoying the sunshine.

Idiomatic Expressions for kill time

  • Phrase: time killer
    Meaning: An activity or task that helps pass the time or alleviate boredom.
    Usage: Playing games on my phone is my favorite time killer when I'm stuck in traffic.