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tedious

[tee-dee-uhs, tee-juhs] / ˈti di əs, ˈti dʒəs /


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Digging into community-association records might seem tedious, but doing so can help potential buyers avoid unexpected fees later on that can be financially devastating.

From MarketWatch Jul. 7, 2026

The Wrap slammed it as "boring and tedious", the Radio Times said it "should be illegal", and the Independent declared young people deserve better than the "slop" of "warmed-over revivals".

From BBC Jun. 30, 2026

"The mediation process... was undoubtedly tiring and tedious," said Durrani.

From Barron's Jun. 16, 2026

Rather than offering the usual tedious politics, she gives us lavish servings of literary aesthetics.

From The Wall Street Journal May 22, 2026

“Your tedious questions are so boring! Each one of you has formed your own opinions already. Just give your answer!”

From "The School for Whatnots" by Margaret Peterson Haddix




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