1
as in pondering
to give serious and careful thought to
she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision
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as in planning
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while
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Recent Examples of contemplating
When the San Francisco 49ers were contemplating drafting Mac Jones in 2021, the then-Alabama quarterback might have daydreamed about running an offense that included George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel.
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Matt Barrows, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
While vocal over the years about his aversion to sell, take on a business partner or publicly list the company, rumors about Armani contemplating forming a foundation first emerged in 2012.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
So make sure you’re involved in the money aspects of big decisions and contemplating financial trade-offs.
—Kristin McKenna, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth, too, are contemplating suicide at rates far higher than the average youth population.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Some talked of using drugs and alcohol to numb themselves and contemplating or attempting suicide.
—Alex Riggins, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Some talked of using drugs and alcohol to numb themselves and contemplating or attempting suicide.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Even the upside-down notion of Fox News turning into a progressive network or other legacy Murdoch assets being transformed seemed to be scenarios worth contemplating.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
The film’s title carries particular significance for Yoon, who has been contemplating it for 15 years.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Matt Barrows, New York Times, 15 Sep. 2025
While vocal over the years about his aversion to sell, take on a business partner or publicly list the company, rumors about Armani contemplating forming a foundation first emerged in 2012.
—Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 12 Sep. 2025
So make sure you’re involved in the money aspects of big decisions and contemplating financial trade-offs.
—Kristin McKenna, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
Lesbian, gay and bisexual youth, too, are contemplating suicide at rates far higher than the average youth population.
—Natalie Eilbert, jsonline.com, 9 Sep. 2025
Some talked of using drugs and alcohol to numb themselves and contemplating or attempting suicide.
—Alex Riggins, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2025
Some talked of using drugs and alcohol to numb themselves and contemplating or attempting suicide.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Sep. 2025
Even the upside-down notion of Fox News turning into a progressive network or other legacy Murdoch assets being transformed seemed to be scenarios worth contemplating.
—Dominic Patten, Deadline, 8 Sep. 2025
The film’s title carries particular significance for Yoon, who has been contemplating it for 15 years.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 5 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplating
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The Revival Act has left some pondering what the endgame looks like for Zuffa.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Turns out Stephano was pondering beltmaking too, leading the two to partner on a new business venture creating small-batch leather pieces and metal accessories.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
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Her lawyers are now planning to file a damages lawsuit against the South Korean government, JTBC reported.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
11 Sep. 2025
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China is planning a robotic mission in 2028 with the goal of being the first country to bring a sample back from the surface of Mars.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
11 Sep. 2025
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Both Delta and Aeromexico said in separate statements that the carriers were disappointed by the department's decision and were reviewing the order before considering next steps.—
Leslie Josephs,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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Interestingly, this percentage increases to 45% when considering data from the last 3 years instead of 5.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
16 Sep. 2025
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Conspiracy charges mean that two or more persons agreed to commit a crime, and the defendant joined, knowing the purpose of the scheme and intending to help accomplish that purpose.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
9 Sep. 2025
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Though not intending to study music, Presnell joined Mesa’s choir, which led him to changing his academic focus and majoring in music at San Diego State University.—
Elizabeth Marie Himchak,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Sep. 2025
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Even the assassination of political figures is not the same thing as just being shot in the throat for the crime of debating issues in the public square.—
J. Kim Murphy,
Variety,
13 Sep. 2025
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If your current TikTok feed is full of Gen-Z and millennial users debating short nails verses long-almond nail shape nails, rest assured that burgundy nails work with either camp.—
Jamie Wilson,
Glamour,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Perhaps the most curious detail about the Wall Street Journal’s report is that Paramount Skydance would be looking to buy all of WBD and not just one half of the business.—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
12 Sep. 2025
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Anogeissus bark extract helps restore a youthful-looking bounce, while nutrient-rich algae help your skin barrier feel strong and supported.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
12 Sep. 2025
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To create the new surface—which the FDA categorizes differently from other breast implants on the market—Motiva partnered with scientists studying nanotechnology’s role in breast implant surface design at the University of Manchester in England.—
Megan McIntyre,
Allure,
16 Sep. 2025
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Acting was a career shift for Tillman, who was a pre-med student in college studying to be an orthopedic surgeon.—
Olivia B. Waxman,
Time,
15 Sep. 2025
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According to the New York Times, this individual was the second person detained and later released by law enforcement authorities after questioning.—
Zachary Folk,
Forbes.com,
12 Sep. 2025
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Instead, the Prime Minister’s absence has left British Jews questioning whether this government is serious about confronting the hatred consuming our country.—
Staff,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Contemplating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplating. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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