masochistically
/ˌmæsəˈkɪstɪkli/
adverb
- In a way that involves getting pleasure from one's own pain, suffering, or humiliation.
- He masochistically continued to run even though his legs were cramping.
- The team masochistically chose to practice in the scorching heat without water breaks.
- She masochistically watched the sad movie over and over, crying each time.
- In a way that seems to seek out or enjoy difficult, unpleasant, or self-defeating situations.
- He masochistically took on three extra projects at work, leaving himself no free time.
- The politician masochistically read every negative comment online, even though it made him angry.
- She masochistically kept checking her ex's social media, knowing it would upset her.
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