What is another word for ducks and drakes?
Pronunciation: [dˈʌks and dɹˈe͡ɪks] (IPA) 
"Ducks and drakes" is a phrase that refers to skipping stones across water, a common pastime for children. The phrase can also be used to describe someone who is being reckless or wasting resources. There are a few synonyms that can be used in place of "ducks and drakes" such as "skipping stones," "stone skipping," "stone skimming," or "stone throwing." Other phrases that can be used in place of "ducks and drakes" include "throwing money down the drain," "squandering resources," or "living recklessly." All of these synonyms convey the same idea of wasting something valuable without using it properly.
