premeditating

Definition of premeditatingnext
present participle of premeditate

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditating
Verb
  • By honestly and realistically contemplating these answers and by speaking with a financial advisor or gold investing company representative, investors can tailor their gold approach to one that meets their needs and goals both this month and in the months that follow.
    Matt Richardson, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
  • While Parayko was in Seattle with the team on Wednesday night, still contemplating his decision, Armstrong ordered a thorough examination of his staff’s phone, text and email records.
    Jeremy Rutherford, New York Times, 7 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Yet her songs remain disarmingly human, meditating on desire, vulnerability, and self-examination.
    Marcus J. Moore, Pitchfork, 5 Mar. 2026
  • The group would gather around a bonfire, meditating and listening to some calming music.
    Yiyun Li, New Yorker, 1 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • Heo re-holstered his Taser, intending to apprehend Best by grabbing or tackling him, Prescott said.
    Kellie Love, Hartford Courant, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Cobb admitted to shooting a handgun inside of the club, intending to harm one victim, according to an arrest report.
    David Ferrara, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
  • The Kentucky Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
    Ray Padilla, Louisville Courier Journal, 8 Mar. 2026
  • The Hoosier Lottery offers several draw games for those aiming to win big.
    Chris Sims, IndyStar, 8 Mar. 2026
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“Premeditating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditating. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.

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