Dwell upon

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phrasal verb

To think, speak or write about something for a long time, in detail.

She continued to dwell upon the anxieties of her situation.
Visual representation of "dwell upon" - To think, speak or write about something for a long time, in detail.

Often appears as...

  • dwell upon a problem
  • dwell upon a memory
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Extended Focus

Use 'dwell upon' when noting someone's lingering attention on a specific topic, beyond what's typical.

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His speech was good, but he dwelled upon his achievements too much.
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Negative Connotation

'Dwell upon' often implies a negative judgment of spending too much time on a topic, especially worries or past events.

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Don't dwell upon your failures; focus on the future.
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Overthinking Warning

Suggests a person is overthinking when 'dwell upon' is used, possibly causing unnecessary stress.

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You're dwelling upon the comments too much; they weren't that serious.
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