Synonyms

dwell on

British

verb

(intr, preposition) to think, speak, or write at length

it's no good dwelling on your misfortunes

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dwell on Idioms

Also, dwell upon. Linger over; ponder, speak or write at length. For example, Let's not dwell on this topic too long; we have a lot to cover today. [c. 1500]

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Spurs boss De Zerbi refused to dwell on it, but said the Everton game was arguably "more important" than the club's Europa League final against Manchester United last season, which they won in Bilbao.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

But that morning, he didn’t have time to dwell on the attack.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

If you make a mistake, don’t dwell on it.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2026

The historian who writes about decline and fall will dwell on the misdeeds of statesmen; the novelist focuses on family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

I do not know what the others dwell on, but abruptly, I realize I am going to have to dance.

From "The Cruel Prince" by Holly Black

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dwell on

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