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hither and thither

 

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Adverbial hither and thither has 1 sense
  1. from pillar to post, hither and thither - from one place or situation to another; "we were driven from pillar to post"

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Hither and Thither

Description:

The phrase "hither and thither" is an idiom that means in various directions or from one place to another.

Examples:

As an adverb:

1. After winning the lottery, they traveled hither and thither to explore all their favorite destinations.

2. The kids ran hither and thither across the field, looking for the hidden treasure.

As an adjective:

1. The hither-and-thither movements of the squirrel caught the attention of the cat.

2. The party decorations were scattered hither and thither, creating a festive atmosphere.

As a noun (used with "go" or "come"):

1. The circus performers made a grand entrance, going hither and thither to captivate the audience.

2. With the park being right next to their house, the kids often invited their friends to come hither and thither for outdoor adventures.

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