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Ducks Play Drakes Phrase Means Behave Recklessly Idly

Phrase/Idiom play ducks and drakes
Definition This phrase means to behave recklessly or to idly squander one’s wealth.
Example I hate playing ducks and drakes! Maybe this is the reason why she doesn’t like me.

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