daydreaming
word · lemma: daydream
Definition
Daydreaming is when your mind wanders and you imagine things instead of paying attention to what is happening around you, often when you are awake and relaxed.
Usage & Nuances
"Daydreaming" is informal and usually not negative, but can suggest a lack of focus. It's used mostly as a noun or the verb 'to daydream.' Common phrases include 'caught daydreaming' or 'lost in daydreaming.' Distinct from 'dreaming,' which happens when asleep.
Example Sentences
I enjoy daydreaming about my future.
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He was so deep in daydreaming he didn’t hear his name called.
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Sometimes daydreaming helps me come up with creative ideas.
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She was daydreaming during the math lesson.
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Stop daydreaming and finish your homework!
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If you catch yourself daydreaming at work, take a short break to refocus.
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