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The quote compares unnecessary time online to lingering at work after your shift is over. It suggests that being online for work can make extra time on the internet feel like unpaid overtime. The speaker is pointing to a sense of obligation rather than enjoyment.
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Originally said in English.
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About Tavi Gevinson
American actress, writer, and magazine editor
Tavi Gevinson is an American actress, writer, and magazine editor. She first drew public attention at age twelve with her fashion blog, Style Rookie, and later became known for her work in pop culture and feminist discussion. She began acting in 2013 and later starred in the HBO Max series Gossip Girl from 2021 to 2023. Her public work has moved between writing, editing, and performance, with an emphasis on culture and feminism.
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