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as in pondered
to give serious and careful thought to
she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision
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as in planned
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while
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Recent Examples of contemplated
Culkin contemplated purchasing the home himself earlier this month.
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Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Afterward, the couple contemplated consummating their engagement.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
However, such a step is contemplated by four countries, for the Taliban’s violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
With both Liv and Nia laid out, Tiffany Stratton pulled out her Money in the Bank briefcase and contemplated a cash-in.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
George Lucas — a longtime friend of Murch’s, with the pair having written Lucas’ first film, THX 1138 — was brought to the London set as the team contemplated replacing Murch.
—Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
During her tenure, McMahon overhauled CBS News in ways her predecessors might not have contemplated.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024
Iraq had previously contemplated buying long-range strategic S-300 or S-400 systems from Russia.
—Paul Iddon, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Although details are being kept in the bunker, sources say the project is not a big-screen take on 1960s British series The Prisoner, an endeavor Nolan contemplated in the 2000s.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Oct. 2024
Wesley Stenzel, EW.com, 21 Dec. 2024
Afterward, the couple contemplated consummating their engagement.
—Abigail Adams, People.com, 16 Dec. 2024
However, such a step is contemplated by four countries, for the Taliban’s violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).
—Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
With both Liv and Nia laid out, Tiffany Stratton pulled out her Money in the Bank briefcase and contemplated a cash-in.
—Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
George Lucas — a longtime friend of Murch’s, with the pair having written Lucas’ first film, THX 1138 — was brought to the London set as the team contemplated replacing Murch.
—Ryan Gajewski, The Hollywood Reporter, 22 Nov. 2024
During her tenure, McMahon overhauled CBS News in ways her predecessors might not have contemplated.
—Brian Steinberg, Variety, 15 Oct. 2024
Iraq had previously contemplated buying long-range strategic S-300 or S-400 systems from Russia.
—Paul Iddon, Forbes, 10 Oct. 2024
Although details are being kept in the bunker, sources say the project is not a big-screen take on 1960s British series The Prisoner, an endeavor Nolan contemplated in the 2000s.
—Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 8 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplated
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Here's a look at what some of the national chains have planned for this week.Amaris Encinas, The Indianapolis Star, 24 Dec. 2024
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More than 400 locations are planned for the next few years, according to the release.Cathy Kozlowicz, Journal Sentinel, 24 Dec. 2024
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In the YouTube comments, there is plenty of discourse on that topic, which is exactly what the creators intended.Lev Akabas, Sportico.com, 24 Dec. 2024
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This content is not, nor is intended to be, trading or investment advice or a recommendation that any investment product or strategy is suitable for any person.JJ Kinahan, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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While Roach is the WBA Super Featherweight champion, he’s considered undersized for a clash with Davis.Brian Mazique, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
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And recognition of Russian annexations is rightly considered a nonstarter for both Ukraine and its Western backers.Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
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So far, the company has proposed to build two restaurants in Wilson County, two in Davidson County and an onsite restaurant to be built with the corporate hub in Franklin.Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 24 Dec. 2024
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Meanwhile, Starbucks said in a statement that the union had proposed an immediate increase in the minimum wage of hourly partners by 64%, as well as an overall 77% raise over the duration of a three-year contract.Max Zahn, ABC News, 24 Dec. 2024
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That was clear to those the dancer entertained at the Folies Bergère in Paris at the turn of the 19th century.Manuel Betancourt, Variety, 20 Dec. 2024
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Gran’s butter yellow Cadillac was a welcome surprise in the school carpool line, her slightly off-key singing voice kept me entertained in the church pews on Sunday morning, and her dining room table was the joyful location of many family celebrations.Brennan Long, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2024
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While Charlotte won’t be released into the wild, the project was meant to improve his life in the aquarium.Elizabeth Gamillo, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
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And the lamb, which knew what weeping meant, lifted itself from the hay.Karen Zautyk, New York Daily News, 24 Dec. 2024
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Comer questioned O’Malley’s motives and how the move would serve the public.Racquel Bazos, Baltimore Sun, 23 Dec. 2024
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Since the south coast club committed the first of their 11 errors leading to goals, critics questioned Martin’s unwavering commitment to his principles, primarily the dedication to playing out from the back.Elias Burke, The Athletic, 23 Dec. 2024
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According to the organization's website, Burt was 16 feet, 8 inches long and weighed more than 1,500 pounds.Nick Romano, EW.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Burt was estimated to be over 90-years-old and weighed a staggering 700kg, per The Independent.Latoya Gayle, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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