spin one's wheels
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verb
Definitions
To make no progress despite making an effort; to get nowhere.
Example: I've been spinning my wheels on this problem all week, with nothing to show for it.
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To make no progress despite making an effort; to get nowhere.
Example: I've been spinning my wheels on this problem all week, with nothing to show for it.