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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

brooded

/broʊdɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does brooded mean?

verb

Past tense of brood, to sit on eggs, especially to keep them warm, or to think deeply and anxiously about something.

Example

"She had brooded over the argument for hours, replaying every hurtful word in her mind."

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