think through
phrasal verb
thought through; thinking through; thinks through
: to think about all the different parts or effects of (something) for a period of time especially in an effort to understand or make a decision about it
I need time to think this through.
We have thought through the matter and have come to a decision.
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Osprey clearly thought through every detail.
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The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Innovating an already-revolutionary hot tool is a tall order but Dyson, of course, thought through all the details.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Students who can regulate their emotions, think through problems logically, and treat peers and teachers with respect are better prepared for life inside and outside the classroom.
—Nona Han, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Perhaps the Trump administration has already thought through all these potential logistical hurdles.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
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The Editors, Outside, 28 Aug. 2025
Innovating an already-revolutionary hot tool is a tall order but Dyson, of course, thought through all the details.
—Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 25 Aug. 2025
Students who can regulate their emotions, think through problems logically, and treat peers and teachers with respect are better prepared for life inside and outside the classroom.
—Nona Han, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Perhaps the Trump administration has already thought through all these potential logistical hurdles.
—Nicholas Florko, The Atlantic, 20 Aug. 2025
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“Think through.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/think%20through. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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