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preoccupation

[pree-ok-yuh-pey-shuhn, pree-ok-] / priˌɒk yəˈpeɪ ʃən, ˌpri ɒk- /


NOUN
mental state
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Preoccupation with the virus as an invisible enemy shifts focus away from the personhood of the patient who is afflicted.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2020

Preoccupation with getting their own financial houses in order has limited the role that either group has been able to play in further industry consolidation.

From New York Times • Jan. 27, 2015

Preoccupation with the captaincy may reduce his Twitter output.

From The Guardian • Aug. 27, 2011

Preoccupation with effect is preoccupation with the self," Mamet writes, "and it is not only joyless, it is a waste of time ...

From Salon • Sep. 20, 2010

Preoccupation with the soul may lead to superstition, indifference about the body to cruelty.

From Art by Bell, Clive




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