The term 'KILLS TIME' can be broken down into four crossword solutions: LOAFS (5 letters), IDLES (5 letters), LAZES (5 letters), and LOITERS (7 letters). All of these words refer to activities that involve passing time without doing anything productive. Loafing is the act of idling away time, while idling is the act of being inactive or doing nothing. Lazing is similar to loafing, but it implies a more relaxed attitude. Finally, loitering is the act of lingering in a place without any particular purpose.