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Dwell

/dwˈɛl/
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(noun) A period of time in which a system or component remains in a given state.

In a past-oriented society, people dwell on the past and on tradition.
Don't dwell on your past mistakes!
CEFR Practice Quiz
In a past-oriented society, people ____ on the past and on tradition.

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