dwell

Example Sentences

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It could have gone the exact same way in the second Test, I'm not one to dwell on could've, would've, should've.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The historian who writes about decline and fall will dwell on the misdeeds of statesmen; the novelist focuses on family.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 11, 2026

In people, this variant influences whether someone tends to dwell on embarrassing experiences or achieve high educational success.

From Science Daily • Mar. 7, 2026

“It comes down to dwell time,” Chase said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 3, 2026

I was jet-lagged and too happy about how my meets had gone to dwell on it much.

From "Courage to Soar" by Simone Biles