bandy about
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Also seen as: bally about
Meaning · English
To say (things) frequently and casually, without due consideration.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
There are a lot of different figures being bandied about, but the exact cost will not be known for some time yet.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “bandy about” mean?
To say (things) frequently and casually, without due consideration.
Is “bandy about” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.