dwell on

British  

verb

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

   it's no good dwelling on your misfortunes

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dwell on Idioms  

1. 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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Example Sentences

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dwell on

Now with the opportunity to make a real statement early in his reign, the Belgian coach is urging his players not to dwell on May's heartbreak.

From BBC ● Oct. 17, 2026

Mr. Adams doesn’t dwell on such matters, nor does he fret about this music’s meaning in a changed world.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026

I’m sure she would want you to live your best life, and not dwell on the financial aspect of her death.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 3, 2026

Huang reserved his sharpest warning for governments that dwell on the technology's risks.

From Barron's ● Sep. 2, 2026

Still, I figure it’s better to keep busy than to dwell on things.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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