as in reasoning
having the ability to reason
it's surprising to find thinking people who believe such nonsense
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as in meditation
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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
Kate Morgan, The Cut, 20 Apr. 2018
Sometimes surgeries require more thinking beforehand.
—Erin Blakemore, Washington Post, 15 Oct. 2017
Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
With a focus on communication and clear thinking, the job is a good fit for humanities majors.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Rhett Power, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
So, she’s been thinking about this for the better part of a year.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
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Adjective
These are the most vulnerable parts [of the brain] and can be easily damaged, so your libido can run a bit more wild when it’s not being curtailed by the higher thinking part of the brain.
—Kate Morgan, The Cut, 20 Apr. 2018
Sometimes surgeries require more thinking beforehand.
—Erin Blakemore, Washington Post, 15 Oct. 2017
Noun
Maybe, the thinking went, the free market could help.
—Allison Morrow, CNN Money, 21 June 2026
With a focus on communication and clear thinking, the job is a good fit for humanities majors.
—Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 19 June 2026
Verb
Research consistently links chronic stress to impaired executive function, specifically the kind of thinking leaders rely on most, such as risk assessment, emotional regulation, and strategic planning.
—Rhett Power, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
So, she’s been thinking about this for the better part of a year.
—R. Eric Thomas, Mercury News, 21 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for thinking
Adjective
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Forced Selling Creates Market Mispricing The market is not a rational machine.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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If Iran’s rulers are so rational and nice, one wonders why their potential acquisition of a nuclear weapon would so concern the United States.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
17 June 2026
Noun
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But also very enlightening and [a] profound time of self-reflection and fear, processing and meditation.—
KiMi Robinson,
USA Today,
23 June 2026
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In the image, Kidman appeared to enjoy a moment of meditation while out in nature.—
Lara Walsh,
InStyle,
20 June 2026
Verb
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Initially, fans suspected June 13 would be the perfect day for the star, believing that a summer Saturday on her favorite number 13 was kismet.—
Bryan West,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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Left alone with her thoughts, Maya canceled her appointments, and Gaby tried many times to reach her, believing Maya was okay.—
Laura Sirikul,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
Adjective
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The human brain is the ultimate existence proof that intelligent systems that are vastly more energy-efficient than today’s AI are physically possible.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
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It was revered for its intelligent satire of modern society and materialism, providing sight gags and slapstick humor for kids while proving relatable for young adults learning to navigate life.—
Skyler Trepel,
Entertainment Weekly,
20 June 2026
Noun
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Its challenges require active engagement, not passive contemplation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
17 June 2026
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Sterman, after much contemplation, decided to use natives but didn’t develop a detailed plan.—
Nicole Sours Larson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 June 2026
Verb
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But that’s what makes this trip so special—the ever-changing landscape that keeps you guessing at every turn.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2026
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Here’s guessing Kelce is not doing as much wedding planning as Swift.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
Noun
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This work by Helen Cammock, which was commissioned in 2023 and has been on temporary display at the NPG since September 2025, is created and narrated by the artist and includes her personal reflections on historical and current events.—
Maximilíano Durón,
ARTnews.com,
18 June 2026
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The Lotus bangles exemplify that thinking—open, architectural lines invite light to pass through the forms, casting reflections and subtle tonal variations as the wrist moves—objects made to engage naturally with the body.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Verb
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The Fort Worth City Council is considering a slate of changes to its development codes to protect residents from the negative effects of data center development while still capturing some economic benefit for the city.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
18 June 2026
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The traffic of commercial vessels will immediately start, in considering the need for removing the technical and military obstacles and demining by the Islamic Republic of Iran, will be instated within 30 days.—
Shelby Talcott,
semafor.com,
17 June 2026
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“Thinking.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thinking. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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