dwell

Example Sentences

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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

It is not, however, a comparison he wants to dwell on.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 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

But we did not dwell on the possible dangers.

From "Tasting the Sky" by Ibtisam Barakat