You would be surprised at the amount of dust and lint that collects on the inside of the dryer, despite it having a filter....anyway, either lint has gathered on the heating element or the motor is burning out. Either way it needs to be taken apart for a look, but in the mean time, keep an eye on it until you're sure there is no fire in there.
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