1
as in ponders
to give serious and careful thought to
she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision
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as in intends
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while
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Recent Examples of contemplates
Not everyone contemplates the cosmos, but star sign beliefs may lead us to choose our romantic partner or judge our existing partner’s motives and intentions, based on what their horoscope says.
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Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
On Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and disillusionment, George contemplates taking his life.
—John Dealbreuin Wealth Of Geeks, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024
And now, as the store nears closing time, one of the tour participants contemplates what size leg lamp might look best in her house.
—Annie Zaleski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
In her essay, Jay also contemplates whether headlines about her divorce affected her career opportunities and relationships with patients.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
If not dismissed or settled, the case currently contemplates an eight-to-10-month pretrial discovery period ending in fall 2025.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Dec. 2024
As Denzel contemplates retirement, the Washington legacy is far from over.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
In episode 3, the couple spend time lounging in his front lawn as Rafe contemplates an enticing business offer.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024
The move comes at an important time as the Federal Reserve contemplates its next moves in monetary policy.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025
On Christmas Eve, facing financial ruin and disillusionment, George contemplates taking his life.
—John Dealbreuin Wealth Of Geeks, Boston Herald, 26 Dec. 2024
And now, as the store nears closing time, one of the tour participants contemplates what size leg lamp might look best in her house.
—Annie Zaleski, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Dec. 2024
In her essay, Jay also contemplates whether headlines about her divorce affected her career opportunities and relationships with patients.
—Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 20 Dec. 2024
If not dismissed or settled, the case currently contemplates an eight-to-10-month pretrial discovery period ending in fall 2025.
—Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 12 Dec. 2024
As Denzel contemplates retirement, the Washington legacy is far from over.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
In episode 3, the couple spend time lounging in his front lawn as Rafe contemplates an enticing business offer.
—Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024
The move comes at an important time as the Federal Reserve contemplates its next moves in monetary policy.
—Jeff Cox, CNBC, 7 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplates
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Sorrentino’s script cleverly ponders the difference between the truth absorbed up close and the law, which is viewed from a distance.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
27 Aug. 2025
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This is hard science fiction that ponders monumental questions about loyalty, technology and who (or what) deserves to survive.—
Dave Nemetz,
TVLine,
6 Aug. 2025
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Good Good intends to build a digital clubhouse for its followers and play a more active role in their golfing lives.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
4 Sep. 2025
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With money tight after an unpleasant divorce, Clara intends to sell her mother’s apartment — which her late father left in her name — in a matter of weeks.—
Guy Lodge,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
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Now, with the effects of stronger storms and aging infrastructure, the government considers that more homes have a higher potential of flooding.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
3 Sep. 2025
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Today is what the brand considers its annual holiday, with a community event and pop-up in NYC.—
Emma Hinchliffe,
Fortune,
3 Sep. 2025
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Following the Toronto premiere, the team plans an extensive international festival run and theatrical releases across multiple countries.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
6 Sep. 2025
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Schroeck said some current faculty will teach the courses online and the school plans to hire six new professors over the next three years to supplement the staff.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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No memoir entertains like Hollywood, which is why readers should read Zwick’s, and many more.—
John Tamny,
Forbes.com,
2 Sep. 2025
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As a riff on the British whodunit, Columbus’ film is simply a cozy, and perhaps an all too simple, affair — nothing more than a jigsaw puzzle that neither challenges nor frustrates, but only passively entertains.—
Manuel Betancourt,
Variety,
22 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Controlling a fire means ensuring that the fire can't spread or cross the containment line.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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In cooler climates, that usually means September, but gardeners in warmer climates can wait until October.—
Rita Pelczar,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Stickers posted in the men's rooms in the Capitol Extension as the House debates the bathroom bill, #SB8.—
James Bickerton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
29 Aug. 2025
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While the West debates AI guardrails, adversaries are pressing forward without hesitation.—
Tony Bradley,
Forbes.com,
28 Aug. 2025
Verb
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By sourcing rattan directly from farmers in Central Kalimantan, Tjitrowirjo highlights its environmental benefits and proposes it as a material solution in the climate crisis.—
Y-Jean Mun-Delsalle,
Forbes.com,
7 Sep. 2025
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The White House now proposes to shift away from that system and toward one that prioritizes applicants with higher wages or advanced educational credentials.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Sep. 2025
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“Contemplates.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplates. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.
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