Robert Baden-Powell

There are thousands of boys being wasted daily to our country through being left to become characterless, and, therefore, useless wasters, a misery to themselves and an eyesore and a danger to the nation. They could be saved if only the right surroundings or environment were given to them at the receptive time of their lives.

English Soldier

Ruby Dee

My constant battle is putting aside time wasters, and I have to watch out for procrastination. Staying on the path of something you're trying to create has much to do with having confidence in yourself and in your capacity to realize the things you want out of life.

American Actress

Bob Newhart

I am one of the great wasters of time. I have made it an art form. I can get up at 8 o'clock in the morning, be out of the house by 8:30 and back by 5 P.M., and I'll be going all day long and accomplish absolutely nothing. It's an amazing talent.

American Comedian

David Cohen

Meetings with no goal, also known as 'coffee shop' meetings, can be huge time wasters if you're not efficient with them. 'Always know why you're meeting, and make sure it's important - try to keep them to 30 minutes, max.

American Businessman

John Rampton

While social media is a one of the best tools to spread brand awareness, network, stay updated on the latest industry news, and catch up with friends or family, it's another huge time waster.

Paul Theroux

I don't think I've ever seen a person having a serious conversation on a cellphone. It's like a kiddie thing, a complete time waster.

American Novelist

Katherine Moennig

God love the iPhone. Best time waster of the century.

Rick Perry

American Politician

Describes someone negatively for their excessive consumption or usage of resources.

Negative Connotation

Used in casual conversations and often considered rude or insulting.

Informal Usage

Can refer to wasting various things like money, time, or potential.

Context Specific

Primarily found in historical content like medieval novels or movies.

Historical Terms

Refers to a non-metal weapon for learning martial skills without injury risk.

Non-Lethal Weapon

Implies a harsh judgment of someone's lifestyle, often without knowing all details.

Waster