877 - Friday Phrasal Verb - Learn The Meaning And Usage Of Toy With

Hey there! It’s Michael here — and welcome to the very first Happy English, Friday Phrasal Verb.
Starting today, I’ll be here every Friday with a quick, one-point English lesson to help you learn one new phrasal verb and sound more natural when you speak. 

Today’s phrasal verb is toy with. When you toy with something, it means you’re considering it, but not very seriously. It’s like you’re playing with the idea — maybe yes, maybe no, but you’re not 100% committed. And we usually use the phrase “Toy with the idea of” followed by a gerund. 

• Like, my friend Alex has been toying with the idea of moving to Chicago, but he hasn’t started packing boxes yet.
• And last week, Jessica said she was toying with the idea of starting her own bakery, but right now it’s just an idea.
• And me? I’ve been toying with the idea of getting a new guitar, although I should probably sell one of the old ones first.

So how about you? Are you toying with any ideas these days? Leave a comment below, at myhappyenglishy.com, or come tell me on Instagram @happyenglishny. 

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