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adjective

Definition of thinkingnext
as in reasoning
having the ability to reason it's surprising to find thinking people who believe such nonsense

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thinking

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noun

as in meditation

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thinking

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verb

present participle of think
as in believing
to have as an opinion I think we should wait for someone to come help us out

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Recent Examples of thinking
Adjective
Credit Gus Malzahn for being proactive and thinking long-term in choosing his starting quarterback. — Creg Stephenson | [email protected], al, 22 Aug. 2019 The quick-thinking team administrator came up with a solution – flag down a tour bus. — Ryan Gaydos, Fox News, 25 June 2018
Noun
As the United States turns 250 years old, Americans across the country are spending the holiday thinking about what the big birthday means to them, with reflections and celebrations as diverse as the nation itself. — Susan Bence, NPR, 4 July 2026 In an interview with WWD last week, Dsquared2 SpA’s chief executive officer Chiara Baravalle explained the thinking behind the company’s new brand ambassadorship strategy. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 3 July 2026
Verb
Going into my 18th year of teaching, my biggest goal is re-creating that experience of thinking critically for oneself and studying literature through a critical lens. — Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 Nearby, Mariana Roufett packed boxes of humanitarian aid while thinking about her childhood friend and her family, who remain missing. — Ivan Taylor, CBS News, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for thinking
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thinking
  1. rational
  2. meditation
  3. believing
  4. intelligent
  5. contemplation
  6. guessing
  7. reflection
  8. considering
Adjective
  • The value equation was rational, transactional and easy to understand.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
  • Perhaps there was a rational explanation for the man outside her apartment.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 June 2026
Definition of rational
Noun
  • Mindful downtime, including meditation, progressive muscle relaxation, or reading instead of screen time, promotes better sleep and mental quiet.
    — Jesse Pines, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Residential patients will also have access to a stickball court, garden space for traditional foods, a gym and room for meditation.
    — Sarah Liese, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of meditation
Verb
  • The market does not reward investors simply for believing harder.
    — Jim Osman, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Shares of the software companies were up after Guggenheim upgraded both to buy, believing that artificial intelligence won’t be a death knell for the companies and attractive valuations in the stocks.
    — Davis Giangiulio, CNBC, 1 July 2026
Definition of believing
Adjective
  • The robot staff behind the scenes Pudu's FlashBot will run an intelligent vending system, allowing guests to order drink deliveries by smartphone.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2026
  • His after-game interviews were always intelligent and sometimes humorous.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of intelligent
Noun
  • Trish and Dan Bell Chapel The Trish and Dan Bell Chapel will serve as a gathering place for worship, contemplation and spiritual strengthening at FIU.
    — Florida International University, Miami Herald, 1 July 2026
  • Many crude laughs were bolstered by the attached contemplation.
    — Ben Travers, IndieWire, 30 June 2026
Definition of contemplation
Verb
  • As has been the norm this summer, seasonal storms kept attendees guessing about whether the July 4 tradition would go forward until downbeat.
    — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • Just like his previous assist for Dembele, both came from sneaky passes into the box, the first for Bradley Barcola after another mazy run and cheeky nutmeg on the defender, keeping Gustaf Lagerbielke guessing before rolling it through his legs.
    — Thom Harris, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of guessing
Noun
  • Traveling on your own can also be ideal for the wellness seeker, with time built in for personal reflection and relaxation at a spa.
    — Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • But shoppers who stand in its reflection can see themselves in a new light, wearing outfits without having to try them on.
    — Roy Stephen Canivel, Footwear News, 8 July 2026
Definition of reflection
Verb
  • Along with zoning rules, the city is considering changes to regulations governing water use, noise, and economic development agreements.
    — Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026
  • As countries continue investing in medical infrastructure, aesthetic innovation and services for international patients, travelers have more options than ever before when considering where to seek aesthetic care.
    — Meggen Harris, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026
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