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preoccupied
This term describes a state of mental absorption where an external stimulus is ignored because the mind is saturated with a specific worry or interest. It carries a nuance of distraction or unavailability, often suggesting a lack of presence in the immediate social environment. While it can be neutral, it frequently implies a sense of anxiety or obsession that prevents a person from engaging with others.
In a spatial or logistical sense, the word functions as a formal synonym for occupied. It indicates that a resource, such as a room or a seat, is already claimed. This usage is less common in casual speech than the mental state definition and is typically reserved for administrative or formal contexts.
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He seemed preoccupied during the meeting and barely heard a word I said.
Sorry, I was preoccupied with my own thoughts for a moment.
She looked preoccupied, as if she were solving a complex puzzle in her head.
I cannot focus on the lecture because I am too preoccupied with the upcoming exam.
The detective noticed the suspect was preoccupied by something outside the window.
He is far too preoccupied with his fame to notice the people around him.
The room was already preoccupied by the cleaning staff.