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Rumination

Definition

(formal) The act of thinking deeply and carefully about something, often in a way that is repetitive and unproductive; prolonged and often gloomy thinking about something, especially a problem or a past event.

Example Sentences

1Rumination about past failures can prevent individuals from moving forward and achieving their goals.
2Does excessive rumination about health issues lead to increased anxiety in patients?
3The researcher's rumination on the data revealed a pattern that had not been noticed before.
4Try to avoid rumination when faced with a difficult decision, and instead focus on finding a solution.
5There is evidence to suggest that rumination can be a contributing factor to the development of depression in some individuals.

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