1
as in to ponder
to give serious and careful thought to
she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision
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2
as in to intend
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while
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Recent Examples of contemplate
His desire to poke, prod, and contemplate the perverse ironies of mortality is still present and accounted for, however.
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2025
The attorneys highlight that the deal contemplates schools sharing around 50% of athletic revenues with athletes when new forms of direct athlete pay are added to full scholarships and other benefits of grant-in-aids.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The fixer seems to contemplate the request but rebuffs Bella and tells her to call her husband.
—Matt Cabral, EW.com, 13 Apr. 2025
While contemplating his former love and his future as a father, Massey conjures up the apparition of his beloved Catherine.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 10 Apr. 2025
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David Fear, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2025
The attorneys highlight that the deal contemplates schools sharing around 50% of athletic revenues with athletes when new forms of direct athlete pay are added to full scholarships and other benefits of grant-in-aids.
—Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 15 Apr. 2025
The fixer seems to contemplate the request but rebuffs Bella and tells her to call her husband.
—Matt Cabral, EW.com, 13 Apr. 2025
While contemplating his former love and his future as a father, Massey conjures up the apparition of his beloved Catherine.
—Claire Franken, TVLine, 10 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplate
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Once the news of her pending nuptials to ex-professional snowboarder Shaun White hit, inquiring minds were quick to ponder what her bridal beauty prep and wedding makeup looks might entail.—
Jessica Ourisman,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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Exploring themes of empty consumerism, social isolation, and toxic masculinity before that phrase entered the cultural lexicon, American Psycho gives the audience a lot to ponder in addition to operating as an entertaining horror film.—
Johnny Loftus,
EW.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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How did the water tower come down? Crews had intended for the water tower, built in 1913 at 524 S. Osage St., to fall into an open plot of grass to the north, but the first attempt failed.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
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The resolution states that the city intends to enter into an agreement that complies with Florida law while remaining within the limits of the city’s budget.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
17 Apr. 2025
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Media reports suggest Rubio skipped the talks over Ukraine's refusal to consider the U.S. proposal on Crimea.—
Amanda Castro,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 Apr. 2025
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Additionally, as physical as Warren is, he isn’t considered an elite blocker and figures to have more difficulty getting open in the NFL.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Apr. 2025
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Local clubs planned their yearly budgets around when their members could work the concession stands.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
20 Apr. 2025
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The new vehicle is also planned for eventual production in China and Europe, Reuters has previously reported.—
Abhirup Roy,
USA Today,
20 Apr. 2025
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In a sweet moment shared by the NBA, Clark was seen entertaining two of White's sons, bringing them into frame to wave at the camera when she was captured on the Jumbotron.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
20 Apr. 2025
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The change is one that has left Morton suitably entertained.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
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Image India warmly welcomed Vance Vice President JD Vance began a four-day visit to India yesterday and met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a time when the country hopes to dodge steep U.S. tariffs.—
Justin Porter,
New York Times,
22 Apr. 2025
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Last week, a Ninth Circuit panel denied a request by the administration for a stay in one of the cases, Shilling v. Trump, which was filed on behalf of seven transgender troops actively serving as well as an individual hoping to enlist.—
Elena Moore,
NPR,
22 Apr. 2025
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Kicking things off, Samantha, who had been debating on leaving the show in the previous episode, managed to pull Farmer John, 25, aside for what proved to be a pivotal conversation.—
Dory Jackson,
People.com,
18 Apr. 2025
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The origins of the pandemic have been hotly debated since its start.—
Youri Benadjaoud,
ABC News,
18 Apr. 2025
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This means every resume review or coaching session reduces the amount of time available with the coaches.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
27 Apr. 2025
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The drop means a massive decline in his first NFL contract that stands at $43 million and counting, depending on where Sanders is picked.—
Kurt Badenhausen,
Sportico.com,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Contemplate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplate. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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