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tedium

[tee-dee-uhm] / ˈti di əm /


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“Philadelphia’s Been Good to Me” is so loose and shaggy it risks spinning off into tedium, but Mr. Vile’s playing keeps it on track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Artificial intelligence could cut the time and tedium of preparing your 2025 tax return.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

In recent days, the troops have been largely fighting tedium, without much to do.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 21, 2025

England's gluttonous run-scoring on the opening day verged on tedium because of its one-sided nature.

From BBC • May 23, 2025

I often thought of the tedium of life once one had seen all its surprises.

From "I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings" by Maya Angelou




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