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Term: Pen-Pushing

Description:

Pen-pushing is a noun that refers to the act of engaging in tedious or administrative desk work, particularly writing or filling out paperwork.

Senses:

Sense 1: The act of performing routine office tasks that primarily involve writing or filling out paperwork.

Sense 2: The monotonous act of pushing a pen across paper as part of bureaucratic or administrative duties.

Usages:

Usage 1: She found herself bored with her new job, which mostly involved hours of pen-pushing each day.

Usage 2: The government employee felt trapped in a world of pen-pushing, drowning in paperwork that seemed never-ending.

Usage 3: Sometimes, the pen-pushing required of managers overshadows their ability to lead and inspire their teams.

Sample Sentences:

1. Despite his qualifications, he was stuck in a pen-pushing role that didn't challenge his skills.

2. The office felt stuffy and oppressive, with the constant sound of pen-pushing filling the air.

3. After a long day of pen-pushing, she decided to unwind by painting and expressing herself through colors instead.

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