Float about

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Casual Expression

Used in informal contexts, often in speech rather than formal writing.

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I’ve heard ideas floating about on how to improve our school's festival.

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No solid plan

Suggests a lack of concrete plans or a casual approach to ideas or suggestions.

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There are a few suggestions floating about, but nothing's been decided yet.

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Spread Unintentionally

Indicates information or rumors are being spread without a clear source or intent.

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The story about the haunted library just started floating about one day.

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