indwell

in·dwell | \ in-ˈdwel

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, ˈin-ˌdwel \

indwelled; indwelling; indwells

Definition of indwell

intransitive verb

: to exist as an inner activating spirit, force, or principle

transitive verb

: to exist within as an activating spirit, force, or principle

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Recent Examples on the Web The indwelling splendor of Olivia Parker’s images proclaims their mirror affinity. — Mark Feeney, BostonGlobe.com, "At the Peabody Essex, marvelousness made visible," 18 July 2019

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“Indwell.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indwell. Accessed 25 May. 2020.

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