wander
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To collect baseline brain activity before the meditation, the researchers had me focus on a spot on the wall for two minutes, then close my eyes and let my mind wander for four more minutes.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026
He hid food and other dangerous items from her and stayed vigilant to ensure she wouldn’t wander off.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 23, 2026
The Woods said bears are known to wander into people’s backyards, often drawn by gardens and ponds, but that they typically flee at the sight of humans.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 17, 2026
You continue to wander, and hear a cheerful female voice emanating from the enormous onstage speakers to inform everyone that water is available for purchase at any of the bar tents for just $4.
From Slate • Jun. 16, 2026
So we wander the aisles, listening to Double-Talkers and Junior Double-Talkers at work.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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