DWELLS (ON OR UPON) Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

dwells (on or upon)

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present tense third-person singular of dwell (on or upon)

as in emphasizes

to speak or write about insistently and usually tiresomely she was always dwelling on past insults and snubs, both real and imagined

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Child Mind Institute guidance on communicating with teenagers emphasizes listening, validating feelings and creating space where kids feel safe speaking up.

— Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 Oct. 2026
Intended to inform fashion, beauty, interiors and other consumer industries, the palette emphasizes shades that can change character through different combinations and materials.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026

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