humdrums

[US]/ˈhʌm.drʌmz/
[UK]/ˈhʌm.drʌmz/

Translation

adj.monotonous; boring
n.monotony; dullness
vi.to proceed in a monotonous manner

Phrases & Collocations

break the humdrums

escape the humdrums

humdrums of life

end the humdrums

humdrums at work

humdrums in routine

overcome the humdrums

humdrums of daily

humdrums of boredom

humdrums of tasks

Example Sentences

after the humdrums of daily life, we decided to take a vacation.

he tried to escape the humdrums by picking up a new hobby.

the humdrums of the nine-to-five job can be exhausting.

she often complains about the humdrums of her routine.

to break the humdrums, we organized a surprise party.

the weekend was a welcome break from the humdrums of work.

traveling helps me escape the humdrums of everyday life.

he found joy in the little things to combat the humdrums.

movies are a great way to forget about the humdrums.

she often seeks adventure to escape the humdrums of life.

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