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
According to its creators, the film serves as an ode to art, connection and the human experience, balancing the comedic sensibilities of silent films with a more introspective meditation on time, creativity and loss.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
19 June 2026
Twice-weekly episodes are hosted by Getty gallery educator Lilit Sadoyan and guide listeners through breathing exercises and meditation.
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Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Inspired by a manifesto about fermentation by Mercedes Villalba, Dudley’s film is more of a meditation on loss, with a hint of political subtext.
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Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
18 June 2026
The new distribution center, Burlington’s first in Georgia, also has a 40,000-square-foot office with a cafeteria, fitness center, locker room with showers, a meditation room, a maternity room, as well as offices and meeting rooms.
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David Moin,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
19 June 2026
Twice-weekly episodes are hosted by Getty gallery educator Lilit Sadoyan and guide listeners through breathing exercises and meditation.
—
Jessica Gelt,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
Inspired by a manifesto about fermentation by Mercedes Villalba, Dudley’s film is more of a meditation on loss, with a hint of political subtext.
—
Kevin Giraud,
Variety,
18 June 2026
The new distribution center, Burlington’s first in Georgia, also has a 40,000-square-foot office with a cafeteria, fitness center, locker room with showers, a meditation room, a maternity room, as well as offices and meeting rooms.
—
David Moin,
Footwear News,
18 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meditation
contemplation
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Its challenges require active engagement, not passive contemplation.
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Sterman, after much contemplation, decided to use natives but didn’t develop a detailed plan.
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meditation. Accessed 1 Jul. 2026.
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