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as in pondering
to give serious and careful thought to
she contemplated the problem for several hours before reaching a decision
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as in planning
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
he waited patiently, contemplating revenge all the while
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Recent Examples of contemplating
By contemplating the ethical dimensions of AI, we are reminded of the importance of addressing the challenges people worldwide face today.
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Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
During the holiday season and the start of the New Year, workers often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating a job change or career pivot.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Still, there’s also something kind of profound in contemplating 2000, even if it is refracted through this movie’s silly lens.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Reports indicate that over 20% of Gen Z healthcare workers are contemplating leaving the industry, raising concerns about the sustainability of a workforce already under strain.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But the questions behind them are always there and worth contemplating.
—Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 4 Dec. 2024
The machine learning algorithm would use this data to then make predictions about whether someone was contemplating suicide.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024
A lot of it is also contemplating what’s present in the space right now.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 14 Nov. 2024
There are many online resources available for those contemplating such a move.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 7 Nov. 2024
Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
During the holiday season and the start of the New Year, workers often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating a job change or career pivot.
—Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
Still, there’s also something kind of profound in contemplating 2000, even if it is refracted through this movie’s silly lens.
—Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
Reports indicate that over 20% of Gen Z healthcare workers are contemplating leaving the industry, raising concerns about the sustainability of a workforce already under strain.
—Chris Westfall, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
But the questions behind them are always there and worth contemplating.
—Charles Pulliam-Moore, The Verge, 4 Dec. 2024
The machine learning algorithm would use this data to then make predictions about whether someone was contemplating suicide.
—Elizabeth B. Kim, The Enquirer, 27 Nov. 2024
A lot of it is also contemplating what’s present in the space right now.
—Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 14 Nov. 2024
There are many online resources available for those contemplating such a move.
—John Tufts, The Indianapolis Star, 7 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplating
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With the MasterChef Christmas specials featuring Wallace now no longer airing following sustained pressure, BBC bosses will be pondering what to do next.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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All of which, with this week’s verdict, may see Blumhouse and Netflix pondering a follow-up film to Our Father, or not.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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Automakers have invested or are planning to invest hundreds of billions of dollars globally to build a thriving EV market, according to industry consultant AlixPartners, but so far most are losing money.Russ Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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The share of businesses planning to hire more workers increased by 3 points to 18%, the highest in a year.Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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The Sundance Film Festival is considering a big move for 2027, but the 2025 feature film and episodic programs find the Robert Redford founded gathering very much in its traditional wheelhouse with a mix of big-name projects, politics, and what might just be the next big thing.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Detectives are still examining Mangione's writings but are considering the contents of the notebook to represent a confession, sources said.Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some volunteers formed text chains and Facebook groups, intending to keep in touch long after the ornaments are taken down.Paulina Smolinski, CBS News, 5 Dec. 2024
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As the appetite for non-fiction continues to grow, non-fiction producer Celia Aniskovich (Face to Face with Scott Peterson, Beanie Mania) is launching a digital magazine intending to publish stories that can also be eyed as IP for future film and TV projects.Mia Galuppo, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Dec. 2024
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Without proposing any comprehensive list of spending reductions or efficiencies, the city is looking to increase a growing list of taxes to fill its nearly billion-dollar budget gap, which will hurt every Chicago resident and business owner.Jack Lavin, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Standing out in one of these areas will surely be a yellow flag in the diligence process and could lead to investors looking elsewhere.Cody Slach, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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With Mangione's background in mind, some are questioning whether his frustrations with his own health and the healthcare system may have contributed to the fatal event.Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
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Kendra suggests her Chocolate Mouse for a Party recipe that is primed for entertaining a large crowd and guarantees everyone will get a scoop.Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
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By the mid-1990s, public health leaders were entertaining the possibility that the STI could be eliminated.Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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Teams weighing the value of an exemplary playoff track record and leadership qualities also had to reconcile his age and injury history.Sam Blum, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
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The companies say they are disappointed and disagree with the decision and are currently weighing their options going forward.Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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“Contemplating.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplating. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.
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