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as in to remain
to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time
dwelling with a farm family as an exchange student in France
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Recent Examples of dwell
Attempting to move forward with her life rather than dwelling on the past (and resolutely determined to never see her father again), she’s still haunted by her family’s fracturing in regards to having faith that any relationship can last.
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Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 15 May 2025
Don’t dwell on this, because many people feel strained relations with others today, especially their daily contacts.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
On the flip side of Larson’s win, Buescher prefers not to dwell on his runner-up finish last year.
—Reid Spencer, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2025
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Josh Slater-Williams, IndieWire, 15 May 2025
Don’t dwell on this, because many people feel strained relations with others today, especially their daily contacts.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 15 May 2025
The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
On the flip side of Larson’s win, Buescher prefers not to dwell on his runner-up finish last year.
—Reid Spencer, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dwell
Verb
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Only three players remained under par, the fewest in seven years at the U.S. Open.—
Doug Ferguson,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2025
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Smoke remains visible in some interior areas of the burn.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
14 June 2025
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Post-pandemic restlessness was just one feature of the perfect storm that catapulted Turnstile and their legendary, highly participatory live shows into the pop-cultural zeitgeist.—
Jenn Pelly,
Time,
7 June 2025
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With five bedrooms, four bathrooms and 5,600 square feet of living space, the home just hit the market for $1.97 million.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
7 June 2025
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Panthers stay the same, Oilers make changes Florida’s lineup is remaining the same for a third consecutive game, while Edmonton again made a few changes to its gameday group.—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
15 June 2025
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The Cardinals and Brewers are scheduled to stay at the same hotel.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
15 June 2025
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The majority of holders reside in Asia and North America.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2025
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Erin Morris, 45, is a U.S. citizen who has resided in Denver for seven years.—
Megan Ulu-Lani Boyanton,
Denver Post,
12 June 2025
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On a recent morning, there was a queue of parents waiting outside Batte’s office to request more time to clear tuition balances.—
Rodney Muhumuza,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2025
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Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
9 June 2025
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“Dwell.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dwell. Accessed 19 Jun. 2025.
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