noun
a newly coined term that refers to the act of continuously scrolling through negative news online, such as stories about disasters, crises, and other catastrophic events
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Many individuals find themselves doomsurfing late at night, consuming negative news stories online.
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I always catch myself doomsurfing when I should be going to bed.
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I can't help but doomsurf whenever I'm feeling anxious.
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Doomsurfing through social media can really take a toll on your mental health.