verb
to delay or be slow in acting or moving
adjective
characterized by delay or slowness
adverb
in a delayed or slow manner
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The workers were warned not to tarry on their breaks and to return to work promptly.
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Don't tarry too long or we'll miss the movie.
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Let's not tarry around here, we need to get going.
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She didn't want to tarry in the past, but instead focused on moving forward with her life.