as in melancholy
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
he was clearly in a musing mood, and did not feel like talking just then
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Recent Examples of musing
Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 7 Apr. 2025
This is where Jerry may take exception with the musings of his good friend.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2025
Labeling their musings as a false memory does not capture these important aspects of their experience.
—Bernice Andrews, Scientific American, 8 Apr. 2025
In the footage shown today were ample musings on and shots of honey bees, as well as Stone’s CEO literally having her hair buzzed off.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025
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Noun
Observations and musings on a new adaptation of Lampedusa's classic novel
On Netflix, there is a series, a mini-series: The Leopard.
—Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 7 Apr. 2025
This is where Jerry may take exception with the musings of his good friend.
—Mac Engel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Apr. 2025
Labeling their musings as a false memory does not capture these important aspects of their experience.
—Bernice Andrews, Scientific American, 8 Apr. 2025
In the footage shown today were ample musings on and shots of honey bees, as well as Stone’s CEO literally having her hair buzzed off.
—Nancy Tartaglione, Deadline, 2 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musing
Adjective
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At this point, armed with insights about labor, the commodity, and the money-form, the reader may be shedding any melancholy incomprehension—but can’t yet have arrived at angry lucidity.—
Benjamin Kunkel,
Harpers Magazine,
28 Mar. 2025
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The lyrical content of Vernon’s records have long been marked with a tinge of turmoil, and his tendency towards heavy introspection has, at times, cornered him into a trope of a melancholy, lovesick songwriter.—
Leah Lu,
Rolling Stone,
7 Apr. 2025
Noun
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It was used to cleanse negative energies, aid meditation, and uplift spirits.—
Lauren Arzbaecher,
Architectural Digest,
28 Apr. 2025
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Mindfulness practices, such as journaling or meditation, can help leaders understand how their thoughts and emotions shape their leadership style.—
Mona Andrews,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Verb
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While producers pondering where to set their next movie will surely be tempted, this does come at a time when those in Hollywood especially are desperate to bring production back to home shores.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Since then, hosts have included Jo Koy, who bombed, and Jerrod Carmichael, who gave an esoteric monologue pondering the value of his presence there.—
Jason P. Frank,
Vulture,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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For all its thoughtful flourishes, a meal at Kabawa feels easygoing and joyous.—
Helen Rosner,
New Yorker,
4 May 2025
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The experience reflects the same thoughtful curation found throughout one of Waikiki’s most exclusive boutique hotels, where nine residential-style suites, each an entire floor with private elevator access, redefine oceanfront luxury.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
4 May 2025
Noun
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Following a meeting with the project coordinator, his initial apprehension turned to contemplation, and then questions.—
Naveen Rao,
Forbes.com,
2 Apr. 2025
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Patrick gets worldwide parades and merchandising - a day estimated to add north of $7 billion to the US economy this coming Monday; Brigid gets quiet contemplation and handwoven rush crosses.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes,
16 Mar. 2025
Verb
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For instance, a depressed person may feel better in terms of their energy and sleep, but still have negative, ruminating thoughts.—
Charles Trepany,
USA TODAY,
16 Dec. 2024
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People filled comment sections for videos and posts about the shooting with unsympathetic replies, pointing out UnitedHealthcare’s reputation for denying claims, and ruminating on how much suffering Thompson was responsible for at the helm of the company.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The Game actress shared a reflective message about her daughter’s growth leading up to Cairo’s birthday.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
7 May 2025
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Our testers only saw the price after testing to determine whether the price was reflective of the potting bench’s value and features.—
Megan Newton,
Better Homes & Gardens,
7 May 2025
Noun
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The way the film swims through the contradictions, considerations, and cultural reverie of the rural South is genuinely enlivening.—
Angelica Jade Bastién,
Vulture,
18 Apr. 2025
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Featuring private guest balconies, hammocks, and lush foliage throughout the five-acre property, Parrot Key offers a restful escape from the Key West reverie.—
Cynthia J Drake,
Southern Living,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Musing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musing. Accessed 13 May. 2025.
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