Often suggests a sense of frustration due to a lack of progress.

Frustration Hint

May be used critically in pointing out inefficiency or lack of decision-making.

Critical Tone

It's a figurative expression, not referring to actual circular movement, but metaphorical repetition.

Describes actual physical movement; something or someone moving in circles.

Can indicate an animal's or person's excitement or confusion in a physical way.

Often used in a more playful or humorous context when describing literal movement.