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woolgathering

/ˈwʊlɡəθərɪŋ/ noun · British & US
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What does woolgathering mean?

noun

The act of daydreaming or indulging in idle thoughts, often in a pleasant or fanciful way.

Example

"She was caught woolgathering by her boss, who needed her to focus on the project deadline."

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