dwell-on

Vocabulary Word

Definition

If you 'dwell-on' something, you’re spending a lot of time thinking or talking about it. It's usually about something negative or bothersome, like constantly thinking about a missed deadline.

Examples in Different Contexts

In the arts, 'dwell on' might involve focusing too much on criticism. An artist might remark, 'I try not to dwell on negative reviews and keep improving my work.'

Practice Scenarios

Impact

Scenario:

Our last fundraising event didn't meet our target amount. Let's revisit our strategy and inject some fresh ideas for our next drive.

Response:

I believe we shouldn't dwell on the past. Let's focus on our mission and work towards a successful fundraiser next time.

Tech

Scenario:

The software update has a few bugs that upset our users. However, we've learned valuable lessons and can prevent similar issues moving forward.

Response:

Yes, dwelling on user complaints doesn't solve issues. Let's prioritize bug fixes and enhance performance.