thinks

present tense third-person singular of think

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of thinks William thinks like the future king. Stephanie Nolasco, FOXNews.com, 24 June 2026 But Swift has had enough Best Original Song attempts to know that her star power does not have as much influence over the Music Branch as the outside world thinks. Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 23 June 2026 Everyone thinks Peter and Gordon sounds better. Peter Larsen, Daily News, 23 June 2026 Everyone thinks SPAs and client-side JS solved everything. Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026 James thinks undiscovered and undiagnosed dyslexia is a major reason why. Samuel O’Neal June 23, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 June 2026 But Josie thinks Klara’s special. Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 22 June 2026 Admissions officers are looking for something more concrete, such as discovering what the student has actually done, how the student thinks, and whether the record supports the claims being made. Gerald Bradshaw, Chicago Tribune, 22 June 2026 Wells Fargo thinks semiconductor capital equipment stocks still have room to run. Jeff Marks, CNBC, 22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thinks
Verb
  • Stewart McLaurin, president of the association, believes the price tag was well worth it.
    Karissa Waddick, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • Pakistan’s defense minister warned Friday that water security could become a cause for war if Islamabad believes its national interests are threatened.
    Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • Scott Barnes, Jennifer Lopez’s longtime makeup artist, considers the ingredients of this Korean sunscreen a plus for minimizing the look of pores, while delivering other benefits to aging skin.
    Jenny Berg, Glamour, 25 June 2026
  • The book considers Tobar’s own experiences and delves into topics including immigration, colonialism, and how Latino people are portrayed in popular culture.
    Michael Schaub, Oc Register, 25 June 2026
Verb
  • Through Quasar Markets, Steven E Orr imagines a world where technology removes the mundane, reduces friction, and gives people more room to think, create, connect, and live with intention.
    Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 18 June 2026
  • Human creativity imagines what does not.
    Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 16 June 2026
Verb
  • There’s no denying that Lola Tung has impeccable style—I’m constantly referencing her fierce street style looks—so copying her accessory of choice feels like a safe move.
    Irene Richardson, InStyle, 27 June 2026
  • General Daily Insight for June 27, 2026 Steady progress feels better than a sprint.
    Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 27 June 2026
Verb
  • The author deems this praise condescending, as such understanding is basic for a Fed Chair, especially given conservatives previously backed Ben Bernanke, who held opposing views.
    John Tamny, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
  • Kasenov is seeking damages in excess of $50,000, plus taxable costs and any other relief the court deems proper.
    Eric Weiss, Sun Sentinel, 5 June 2026

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“Thinks.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thinks. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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