spin one's wheels
The phrase "spin one's wheels" refers to engaging in activity that tires or wastes one's time without making any progress or achieving desired results. It describes a situation where a person is expending effort and energy but not moving forward or accomplishing anything meaningful. It can be used to express frustration or the feeling of being stuck in a cycle of unproductive or fruitless actions.
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