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preoccupation

[pree-ok-yuh-pey-shuhn, pree-ok-] / priˌɒk yəˈpeɪ ʃən, ˌpri ɒk- /
NOUN
absorption
Synonyms
STRONG
amusement captivation daydreaming distraction engrossment preoccupancy
NOUN
mental state
Synonyms
STRONGEST
fixation obsession

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