dwelled
Pronunciation: [dwɛld]
Word
Context: "living situation"
(verb) to have lived in a particular place for a period of time. This means to stay or continue to live somewhere. Like when your family stays in one house for many years.
Example
They dwelled in that cozy little house for over a decade.
Example
They didn’t dwell in the apartment for very long because they moved away quickly.
Example
How long have you dwelled in your current home?
Context: "thought process"
(verb) to think or worry about something for a long time. This means to stay focused on a specific idea or concern, like when someone keeps thinking about something that makes them sad.
Example
She dwelled on her happy memories from childhood.
Example
He tried not to dwell on his mistakes and instead focused on his future.
Example
Do you often dwell on problems instead of looking for solutions?
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