as in trances
the state of being lost in thought
my woolgathering was abruptly interrupted by a question from the flight attendant
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studies
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He was enrolled in a master’s program in biblical studies, but currently does not have lawful status in the country, officials said.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
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Last month, researchers led by the University of Oslo reviewed preclinical and clinical studies investigating the link between NAD+ and aging.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
28 Oct. 2025
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“Woolgatherings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/woolgatherings. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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