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ruminations

noun

plural of rumination
as in meditations

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for ruminations
  1. meditations
  2. contemplations
  3. thoughts
  4. reflections
  5. considerations
  6. studies
  7. debates
  8. deliberations
Noun
  • During these walking meditations my notebook starts to feel suspiciously similar to the luckless young climber’s selfie camera.
    — Brian Laidlaw, Longreads, 1 Sep. 2026
  • At the Miraval Slumber Party, guests explore their sleep patterns and dreams, then are guided through acupressure exercises, stretching, and meditations with singing bowls.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of meditations
Noun
  • May talked about her gender but also what sounded like contemplations of self-harm.
    — Jo Yurcaba, NBC news, 18 July 2026
  • Selzer’s contemplations bring together literature, history, philosophy, medicine, and ruminations.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 14 May 2026
Definition of contemplations
Noun
  • The conversation opened with thoughts about how horror has always been a space where filmmakers can take creative swings, experiment with form and push boundaries to do all kinds of fantastic work.
    — William Earl, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Pugh, who is also currently on a promotional tour for her upcoming Netflix series East of Eden, took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the accusations after the new lawsuit was filed.
    — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of thoughts
Noun
  • Windows, lamps, and other light sources impact how an image appears, and reducing reflections allows viewers to maintain a clearer view of the screen.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026
  • Why not spend an hour with Dillard’s writing, and some reflections on her life and work from her friends and admirers on Lit Hub?
    — James Folta, Literary Hub, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of reflections
Noun
  • While both diets can be effective for weight loss, there are some long-term considerations to keep in mind.
    — Lindsay Curtis, HEALTH, 25 Sep. 2026
  • There is another reason to reconsider traditional passport considerations.
    — Jean Francois Harvey, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of considerations
Noun
  • Ricochet’s 18-detector setup studies elusive reactor neutrinos while new software automates monitoring and analysis.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 26 Sep. 2026
  • The cause and manner of death remain pending further studies and investigation, the spokesperson said.
    — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of studies
Noun
  • Since the drama over debates erupted last week, Jolly’s position appears to have evolved into an ideological one — and a view that almost no other candidate on the Democratic ticket has publicly agreed with.
    — Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 24 Sep. 2026
  • California’s 176-page voter guide is dense with ballot measure legalese, policy debates and obscure candidates for statewide office.
    — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of debates
Noun
  • After budget deliberations this summer, state legislators changed course and decided to partially fund the program.
    — Priyanka D McCluskey, NPR, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Prosecutors said that Walsh had been very invested in the Lindsay Clancy case, which was in jury deliberations at the time of Barrett’s death, discussing it with friends over group text.
    — Evy Lewis, Chicago Tribune, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of deliberations
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“Ruminations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ruminations. Accessed 29 Sep. 2026.

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