as in pondering
to give serious and careful thought to
by the time he finishes cogitating what to do with his life, it'll be almost over
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Recent Examples of cogitating
Instead of accelerating the singular, the company’s leadership is doing like Isaacson and cogitating in logic.
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Big Think, 3 Nov. 2025
What made those songs work, and these, is the sound of Byrne’s mind cogitating inside them.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2025
Big Think, 3 Nov. 2025
What made those songs work, and these, is the sound of Byrne’s mind cogitating inside them.
—Will Hermes, Rolling Stone, 4 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cogitating
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In this bleak economic environment, professionals who have lost their jobs as a result of AI are likely pondering what their next career move should be; whether to transition into a new industry or profession, or how to beef up their arsenal of skills.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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All the activity on his street Sunday left Smith pondering whether anyone’s safe these days.—
Robb Murray,
Twin Cities,
7 Nov. 2025
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With John Cena set to retire, many people are contemplating who his opponent should be in his final match.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
5 Nov. 2025
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Inside, Archimedes begins contemplating the Universe beyond the Earth, and starts recounting various ideas about what its nature could be.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
30 Oct. 2025
Verb
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At a conference in 1969, when other physicists were debating the very existence of gravitational waves, Weber presented evidence supporting their direct detection.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
7 Nov. 2025
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In this Club Check-in, CNBC's Paulina Likos and Zev Fima break down big tech's massive artificial intelligence spending spree — debating whether these billion-dollar bets will drive long-term cost savings or weigh on near-term returns.—
Paulina Likos,Zev Fima,
CNBC,
7 Nov. 2025
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According to the agenda for the organization’s regular meeting, the board is considering James Sly, the current chief executive officer of the East County Economic Development Corporation, to serve as its next leader.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
5 Nov. 2025
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The democratic control of a new technology like AI requires public deliberation, and such public deliberation might seem impossible considering the view held by many (and reinforced by the tech industry) that AI is very complicated.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
5 Nov. 2025
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By studying quenching mechanics at the microscopic level, Graffiedi aims to enable faster refueling in orbit.—
Chris Young,
Interesting Engineering,
3 Nov. 2025
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Rucci’s journey into fashion began unexpectedly while studying philosophy and literature at Temple University.—
Tonya Blazio-Licorish,
Footwear News,
3 Nov. 2025
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On the pitch, Barca are competing again, entertaining again.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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Located on the top floor of a historic 1920s building right by Fulton Market, this prime Airbnb is great for entertaining.—
Gabriela Ulloa,
Architectural Digest,
25 Oct. 2025
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He was extradited to Pennsylvania for questioning and when he was compelled to testify before a grand jury, Schrader invoked his Fifth Amendment right when asked about Carol Ann Dougherty's murder.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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As America gathers to watch his trial, Jax must contend with an ambitious new colleague, Bill Sterling (Sikora), and co-workers questioning her worth.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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The seams between bricks of any wall, some of the blocks weighing tons, feel as smooth to the touch as a faint scar.—
Ryan Knighton,
AFAR Media,
31 Oct. 2025
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If someone is out there weighing that kind of choice, Lutz urged them to call 211 and ask about whether there’s financial help available.—
Cathie Anderson,
Sacbee.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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“Cogitating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cogitating. Accessed 9 Nov. 2025.
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