as in contemplation
long or deep thinking about spiritual matters
the busy executive devotes an hour a day to quiet meditation
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Recent Examples of meditation
Daily opportunities for movement and restoration will include yoga, meditation, and use of the state-of-the-art fitness studio.
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Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
The Reform congregation was started by founding Rabbi Douglas Goldhamer, who was considered a master of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism), healing prayer and meditation.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Breslin’s piece became a cornerstone of American journalism, and a perennial meditation on dignity, service, and the power of finding a human story.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Stirring risotto for 40 minutes is a special kind of meditation that was much-needed at this midpoint of the season.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
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Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Jan. 2026
The Reform congregation was started by founding Rabbi Douglas Goldhamer, who was considered a master of Kabbalah (Jewish mysticism), healing prayer and meditation.
—Myrna Petlicki, Chicago Tribune, 23 Jan. 2026
Breslin’s piece became a cornerstone of American journalism, and a perennial meditation on dignity, service, and the power of finding a human story.
—Harrison Monarth, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Stirring risotto for 40 minutes is a special kind of meditation that was much-needed at this midpoint of the season.
—Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meditation
contemplation
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For your contemplation, consider the following charts.—
Michael Khouw,
CNBC,
26 Jan. 2026
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The beginning of the year is often the time for contemplation and action.—
Heather L. Locus,
Forbes.com,
24 Jan. 2026
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meditation. Accessed 2 Feb. 2026.
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