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Idleness

/ˈaɪdəlnəs/
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(noun) The state of being idle; inactivity.

Sooner or later, you will regret your idleness.
Work is preferable to idleness.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Too much ____ can sometimes lead to feelings of boredom and a lack of motivation.

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