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How Boredom Can Be Good For You
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doris.lai posted on 2020/10/05Ever feel totally bored and wonder what that means? This fun Dnews explainer dives into the science of boredom, revealing how it can actually spark curiosity and even lead to risky behavior! You'll pick up some advanced vocabulary like 'ennui' and 'listlessness' while learning practical ways to understand your own mind-wandering.
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constantly
US /ˈkɑnstəntlɪ/
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UK /ˈkɒnstəntli/
- Adverb
- Frequently, or without pause
- In a way that is unchanging or faithful
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More significant
US /sɪɡˈnɪfɪkənt/
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UK /sɪgˈnɪfɪkənt/
- Adjective
- Large enough to be noticed or have an effect
- Having meaning; important; noticeable
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More susceptible
US /səˈsɛptəbəl/
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UK /səˈseptəbl/
- Adjective
- Likely to fall prey to, be drawn to or influenced
- At risk of developing a certain illness or problem
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US /fɪˈnɑməˌnɑn, -nən/
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UK /fə'nɒmɪnən/
- Noun (Countable/Uncountable)
- Unusual event, fact that can be studied
- Interesting or unusual person, group
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