bored

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He also had a deep understanding of the law, having followed in his father's footsteps to study and then practice as a lawyer before he got bored and picked up a camera.

From Barron's

"I think she's just bored - she wants to have some fun," says food writer Gilly Smith, who has been writing about Nigella for more than 20 years.

From BBC

Andre looks bored by the whole situation while Camille watches a spotted bunny like it’s the most delightful creature she’s ever seen.

From Literature

But then Lulu got bored and went outside and I went with her, and pretty soon I heard “IDA B. APPLEWOOD!” down by the brook.

From Literature

She was bored, considered dropping out, skipped a grade.

From The Wall Street Journal