as in contemplation
long or deep thinking about spiritual matters
the busy executive devotes an hour a day to quiet meditation
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Recent Examples of meditation
Years later, those memories are called into question, creating a meditation on truth, time and influence.
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Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
And global fitness brand Peloton launched a menopause series, in partnership with Halle Berry’s menopause care company Respin, featuring on-demand classes in multiple modalities, including strength training, cardio, weighted vest training, and meditation.
—Sara Gaynes Levy, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Residents are treated to valet parking, a full‑service spa and state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, two clay tennis courts, a yoga/meditation/pilates area, and a poolside restaurant.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
In one of our studies, participants who directed their attention to their thoughts and feelings during a 20-minute mindfulness meditation noticed six times more unpleasant experiences than pleasant ones.
—J. David Creswell, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
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Bethanne Patrick, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
And global fitness brand Peloton launched a menopause series, in partnership with Halle Berry’s menopause care company Respin, featuring on-demand classes in multiple modalities, including strength training, cardio, weighted vest training, and meditation.
—Sara Gaynes Levy, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
Residents are treated to valet parking, a full‑service spa and state‑of‑the‑art fitness center, two clay tennis courts, a yoga/meditation/pilates area, and a poolside restaurant.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2026
In one of our studies, participants who directed their attention to their thoughts and feelings during a 20-minute mindfulness meditation noticed six times more unpleasant experiences than pleasant ones.
—J. David Creswell, The Conversation, 31 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meditation
contemplation
Noun
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The North Carolina folk-rock band’s quiet and rambling third album exists in a cloud of dreamy contemplation.—
Jayson Greene,
Pitchfork,
1 Apr. 2026
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July 23 – August 22 Money choices benefit from thoughtful contemplation.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meditation. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.
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