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yawning
adjective(yawn-ing)
showing lack of attention or boredom
Synonyms: drowsy, oscitant,
Examples:
The yawning congregation.
yawning
noun(yawn-ing)
an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom
Synonyms: oscitance, oscitancy, yawn,
Examples:
The yawning in the audience told him it was time to stop.
yawning
adjective(yawn-ing)
gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something
Examples:
The yawning mine shaft.
A yawning abyss.
yawning
adjective(yawn-ing)
with the mouth wide open indicating boredom or sleepiness
Examples:
A yawning congregation.

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