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

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

From Los Angeles Times

Since then, leaders of both countries have tended not to dwell on the past in public, but focused on reconciliation.

From BBC

There was no time to dwell on it as I exited the restaurant area and dashed downstairs to change.

From Literature

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

It is not, however, a comparison he wants to dwell on.

From BBC

Related Words

• emphasize
• harp on