herumziehen

Often implies a lack of purpose or direction, sometimes with a connotation of restlessness or dissatisfaction.

Less common than the figurative sense; often used with objects like ropes, bags, or vehicles.

Connotation matters

While 'herumziehen' can simply mean 'to wander', it often carries a nuance of dissatisfaction or lack of direction. Compare with 'umherziehen' (more neutral) or 'herumtreiben' (more negative, implying aimless drifting).

Prepositions with 'herumziehen'

Use 'durch' for physical spaces (e.g., 'durch die Stadt herumziehen'), 'mit' for accompanying someone or something (e.g., 'mit einem Freund herumziehen'), and 'in' for general locations (e.g., 'in den Bergen herumziehen').