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Noun
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As seen only in the episodes, the major arcs of this season of Love Island have been tedious to the point of boredom.—
Kathryn VanArendonk,
Vulture,
9 July 2025 -
This can stem from boredom or a desire for stimulation, or even a territorial instinct to protect the dog's territory against intruders.—
Maria Morava,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 July 2025
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Holden Caulfield responded to the ennui and existential despair of the Cold War by sinking into depression and glib cynicism; Vera reacts to our era’s deadly division with fits of perfectionism, striving to mend all conflicts everywhere.—
Book Marks
July 10,
Literary Hub,
10 July 2025
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The ennui becomes more significant and apparent when viewers learn that Tina was a child prodicy musician.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
4 June 2025
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The energy of dance, the rhythmic movements, and the respite from the noise and tedium of life, feed my soul.—
Austin American Statesman,
Austin American Statesman,
2 July 2025
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While many of the works, especially the drawings, have never appeared in Matisse shows, organizers initially worried that an exhibition focusing on the artist’s portraits of one person would veer into tedium.—
Eli Wizevich,
Smithsonian Magazine,
2 June 2025
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To fully capitalize on a unique digital identity, brands must ensure uniformity across digital touchpoints, creating a streamlined and recognizable experience for their audience.—
Akram Atallah,
Forbes.com,
7 July 2025
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What looks like diversity to you might look like uniformity to me.—
Jesse Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
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“Tiresomeness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/tiresomeness. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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