Meaning of inoccupation | Babel Free

Definitions

Lack of occupation (being busy); lack of something to do.

uncountable

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Examples

“The whole strength of Evadne's mind⟳ was exerted to support⟳ the failing spirits of her husband. Loss of property, hopelessness as to his future prospects, the inoccupation to which poverty condemned him, combined to reduce⟳ him to a state bordering on insanity.”

“The hours dragged on in a dreary inoccupation. Towards dusk she sat down beside him and he laid his hand on hers. The touch⟳ startled her. He seemed to be calling her from far off. She looked at him helplessly and his smile⟳ went through her like⟳ a physical pang.”

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