thoughts

noun

plural of thought
1
as in considerations
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something I'll give your request some thought and then let you know what my decision is

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2
as in ideas
something imagined or pictured in the mind I just had a thought: what if we both pitched in and bought him one big present instead of two smaller presents for his birthday?

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Recent Examples of thoughts Want to stay up to date on IndieWire’s film reviews and critical thoughts? — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 8 July 2026 Her first thoughts were for her kids and family members, and their immediate safety. — Durrie Bouscaren, NPR, 8 July 2026 Wor$t Girl embraces dirt and dark thoughts alongside abrasive tones, giving its euphoric hooks weight, as though a wild night out is almost crucial to the artist’s well-being. — Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 8 July 2026 In the meantime, send thoughts or suggestions to CIO Intelligence here. — John Kell, Fortune, 8 July 2026 As a lonely widow who has suffered more than her life’s share of grief and loss, Field’s Tovar shares her innermost thoughts and sadness with Marcellus. — Denise Petski, Deadline, 8 July 2026 Today’s CharlotteFive newsletter centers on Evan’s hunt for the city’s spiciest dish, spurred along by plenty of thoughts from eaters all over the area. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 8 July 2026 McKinsey's March 2026 analysis draws a useful distinction between steps and thoughts. — Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 The comedy podcast will debut July 15, and will see Saunders and producer Tyree Rush asking listeners to share thoughts on pop culture, news and politics in addition to Saunders’ own takes. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thoughts
  1. considerations
  2. ideas
  3. deliberations
  4. notions
  5. pictures
  6. concepts
  7. impressions
  8. conceptions
Noun
  • Despite large Punjabi communities in Canada, the film was withdrawn from TIFF 2023 amid reports that political considerations influenced the decision.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • But for all the celebrations, there are also serious safety considerations as potentially record heat grips much of the Midwest and East Coast.
    — Steven Sloan, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
Definition of considerations
Noun
  • Bringing together images made since 2010, the project draws from different moments in his practice and expands ideas first explored in his 2015 photobook Momentary, with new work continuing to be added as the project evolves.
    — PhotoVogue, Vogue, 3 July 2026
  • The festival is also a place to discuss ideas, to collaborate on projects, to discuss co-productions, to dream and be a part of the conversation globally to ensure that the next generations here will have a better future in film.
    — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 3 July 2026
Definition of ideas
Noun
  • On Monday afternoon, the judge read the jury charge, giving the panel their instructions for deliberations, and attorneys for both sides made their closing arguments.
    — Amy McDaniel, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
  • Its sessions are open to the public and its deliberations are broadcast.
    — Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
Definition of deliberations
Noun
  • Similar to the original film, Elle learns to leave behind some of the preconceived notions that her rich upbringing gave her and embrace authenticity.
    — Nicole Fell, HollywoodReporter, 2 July 2026
  • Enlightenment figures, such as John Locke, also advanced notions of separation of church and state.
    — Steven K. Green, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
Definition of notions
Noun
  • Other pictures on unofficial Telegram channels showed residents crowding into underground stations.
    — Reuters, NBC news, 2 July 2026
  • Ranging from the film pioneer Georges Méliès all the way through 2024’s Anora, Thomson’s survey covers silent pictures, the talkies, the studio era, the New Hollywood, and the age of streaming.
    — Michael O’Donnell, The Atlantic, 2 July 2026
Definition of pictures
Noun
  • The top floors, 19 and 20, are dedicated to four additional dining concepts.
    — Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026
  • There are also new concepts at the AquaDome Market food hall, including Seoulmate – get the bulgogi bowl with marinated beef – and a new Chief Dog Officer named Skipper.
    — Nathan Diller, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Definition of concepts
Noun
  • Suiting up in the desert is the first step for Steinbach and Anderson to leave their impressions on the staff in game action.
    — Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026
  • Almost two weeks before the release of The Odyssey on July 17, the social media embargo on the film has lifted, allowing critics to share impressions after an early screening.
    — Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of impressions
Noun
  • The thread of citizen rights and responsibilities weaves through each of these, uniting evolving conceptions of freedom, self-government, and individual achievement from the nation’s past through to its present.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 4 July 2026
  • Thus, the cisgendered body and heterosexuality are a dynamic instead of a foundation to our conceptions of Black motherhood.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 June 2026
Definition of conceptions

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