bandy something ↔ about/around phrasal verb (see also bandy)
to mention an idea, name, remark etc several times, especially in order to seem impressive:
Many names have been bandied about in the press as the manager’s replacement.

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bandy about
bandy (something) about
to talk about something without being careful about facts.
The number $31 million was bandied about at the time, although actual losses might have been much lower.

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bandy something about
bandy (something) about
to talk about something without being careful about facts.
The number $31 million was bandied about at the time, although actual losses might have been much lower.

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bandy about
v. phr. To spread rumors or whisper secrets.
The news of Jim and Mary's divorce was bandied about until everyone at the office had heard it.

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