as in melancholy
given to or marked by long, quiet thinking
he was clearly in a musing mood, and did not feel like talking just then
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Recent Examples of musing
Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
The book’s prose is inspired by proverbs and sections from the Old Testament, as well as McConaughey’s own daydreams, nightmares and musings.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 26 June 2025
Among the greatest pleasures of listening to the reels were the everyday moments that punctuated the musings of the medium’s 20th century greats.
—Eliza Berman, Time, 26 June 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to endorse Trump’s musings about Gaza, and Panama chose to placate the American president by accepting deportation flights of non-Panamanians and signing an agreement allowing the United States to deploy military personnel along the Panama Canal.
—Oona A. Hathaway, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
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Adjective
According to the brand, the creative direction for the building originated from historical musings.
—Denni Hu, Footwear News, 25 June 2025
The book’s prose is inspired by proverbs and sections from the Old Testament, as well as McConaughey’s own daydreams, nightmares and musings.
—Carly Tagen-Dye, People.com, 26 June 2025
Among the greatest pleasures of listening to the reels were the everyday moments that punctuated the musings of the medium’s 20th century greats.
—Eliza Berman, Time, 26 June 2025
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to endorse Trump’s musings about Gaza, and Panama chose to placate the American president by accepting deportation flights of non-Panamanians and signing an agreement allowing the United States to deploy military personnel along the Panama Canal.
—Oona A. Hathaway, Foreign Affairs, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for musing
Adjective
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But the overriding feeling of the work is melancholy.—
Hugh Morris,
New York Times,
25 July 2025
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Anna, an American student at Harvard, falls deeply and unaccountably in love with Christoph, who is on exchange from Germany, in this melancholy début novel.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Additionally, Oshun Griot offers healing rituals, including meditations, yoga, and affirmations rooted in cultural traditions, as well as real-life stories from individuals of color navigating their fertility journeys, and helpful yoga videos.—
Dominique Fluker,
Essence,
1 Aug. 2025
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Professor Skye, who provides rambling, philosophy-laden meditations on albums that might at first seem out of the wheelhouse of an aging French lecturer, if that benevolent teacher vibe is your thing.—
Kieran Press-Reynolds,
Pitchfork,
31 July 2025
Verb
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While producers pondering where to set their next movie will surely be tempted, this does come at a time when those in Hollywood especially are desperate to bring production back to home shores.—
Max Goldbart,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2025
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Murphy, who has launched a group called the American EV Jobs Alliance to try to build bipartisan support for electric vehicles, has spent years pondering why more Republicans won't buy them.—
Camila Domonoske,
NPR,
13 Mar. 2025
Adjective
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Firing off hundreds of identical applications and CVs is unlikely to land you that dream role, so every application needs a thoughtful approach.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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The overall design is quietly elegant and minimalist, with thoughtful details throughout each floor.—
Kristen Tauer,
Footwear News,
28 July 2025
Noun
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Silverman’s placement of his work is akin to how a Zen gardener places his rocks, contextualizing the work as worthy of contemplation.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
27 July 2025
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In a voice that seemed a bit husky, Combs answered affirmatively that he had been informed about his rights and after much contemplation decided not to testify in his own defense.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
24 June 2025
Verb
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For instance, a depressed person may feel better in terms of their energy and sleep, but still have negative, ruminating thoughts.—
Charles Trepany,
USA TODAY,
16 Dec. 2024
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People filled comment sections for videos and posts about the shooting with unsympathetic replies, pointing out UnitedHealthcare’s reputation for denying claims, and ruminating on how much suffering Thompson was responsible for at the helm of the company.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
11 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Police said Cruz-Sanchez was wearing a reflective safety vest at the time and was throwing trash into the trailer, which featured flashing lights and an arrow indicator.—
Craig Shoup,
Nashville Tennessean,
30 July 2025
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That is reflective of the 141 head coaching changes just in the past two offseasons.—
Richard Obert,
AZCentral.com,
26 July 2025
Noun
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The performance invoked beloved and timeless musical spirits, pushing those in attendance to dance in joyful reverie.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
6 July 2025
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Idealistic reveries are interrupted as the moon and Venus clash!—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
7 June 2025
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“Musing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/musing. Accessed 8 Aug. 2025.
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