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