juggling

word · lemma: juggle

Definition

Juggling usually means keeping several objects in the air by catching and throwing them quickly, often as a performance. It can also mean trying to manage multiple tasks or responsibilities at the same time.

Usage & Nuances

'Juggling' is both literal (circus skill) and figurative (time or task management). Common phrases: 'juggling work and family,' 'good at juggling.' The noun 'juggling' always refers to the activity, while 'juggle' is the verb.

Example Sentences

I tried juggling, but I dropped the balls.

basic

He is good at juggling three balls at once.

basic

She is juggling her job and school every day.

basic

Juggling so many deadlines can be exhausting.

natural

I feel like I'm juggling a hundred things at once.

natural

After months of juggling, she finally found balance in her life.

natural