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Origin:
The term "preoccupied" emerged in the early 16th century from the Middle English phrase "preoccupate of thought." It was originally used in a legal context to describe a situation where someone's mind was so preoccupied with something that they were unable to attend to other matters.
Over time, the meaning of "preoccupied" expanded to include any situation where one's thoughts or feelings were so dominant as to prevent them from fully engaging with the present moment or attending to other tasks.
Additional Notes:
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