dwell

Example Sentences

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Guardiola did not want to dwell on Wednesday's 3-0 defeat by Real Madrid in the Champions League last-16 before their trip to London Stadium.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 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

Reader, it is not pleasant to dwell on these details.

From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë