dwell on
Third Person
dwells on
Present Participle
dwelling on
Past Tense
dwelt on
Past Participle
dwelt on
1
to think or talk about something at length, often to the point of overthinking or obsessing about it
transitive
- Despite the setback, she chose not to dwell on the negative aspects and instead focused on finding a solution.
- It's essential not to dwell on past mistakes but rather learn from them and move forward.
- The therapist advised him not to dwell on anxious thoughts and redirect his mind towards positive affirmations.
- After the argument, he tended to dwell on the words exchanged, leading to heightened stress.
- To maintain a positive mindset, it's crucial not to dwell on the challenges but rather seek opportunities for growth.
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