: the state of being weary and restless through lack of interest
the boredom of a long car trip
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On days when few customers came to shop, Bob felt overwhelmed by boredom.
the boredom of a long car trip
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Without it, dogs can develop chronic boredom, which may escalate into depression or anxiety.
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
The plan should include a mix of cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises, with a gradual increase in intensity and variety to prevent boredom and injuries.
—Tor Constantino, Mba, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
With new game titles added daily, the casino’s gaming library continues to grow, ensuring boredom is simply not an option for players.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Our attention spans, tolerance for boredom, and curiosity about the real world around us have been hijacked by the digital revolution.
—Michael Chad Hoeppner, TIME, 27 Dec. 2024
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Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 15 Jan. 2025
The plan should include a mix of cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises, with a gradual increase in intensity and variety to prevent boredom and injuries.
—Tor Constantino, Mba, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
With new game titles added daily, the casino’s gaming library continues to grow, ensuring boredom is simply not an option for players.
—Matthew Gover, Miami Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
Our attention spans, tolerance for boredom, and curiosity about the real world around us have been hijacked by the digital revolution.
—Michael Chad Hoeppner, TIME, 27 Dec. 2024
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“Boredom.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boredom. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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boredom
noun
bore·dom
ˈbō(ə)rd-əm 
ˈbȯ(ə)rd-
: the state of being bored
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