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as in meditation
long or deep thinking about spiritual matters
the decision to enter a monastery and to spend one's life in prayer and contemplation
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as in anticipation
the act or state of looking forward to some occurrence
in contemplation of their children's college expenses, they started saving early
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Recent Examples of contemplation
Read: The man who transformed American theater The Piano Lesson is also the third Wilson adaptation to be produced by Denzel Washington, whose own contemplation of Black American history has long been central to his cultural prominence.
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
This duality — one ancient city rooted in heritage, the other a symbol of modernity — prompts contemplation on how each has nurtured cultural and economic growth for its people.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 3 Dec. 2024
The billionaire founder’s defeatism—and private contemplation about leaving the U.S.—are shared by a cadre of wealthy Democratic Party backers, who have been left licking their wounds and trying to move forward after Harris’s defeat, the Times reported.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Mercury’s entrance to philosophical Sagittarius suggests contemplation as a means to discover what is true for you.
—USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
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Hannah Giorgis, The Atlantic, 10 Dec. 2024
This duality — one ancient city rooted in heritage, the other a symbol of modernity — prompts contemplation on how each has nurtured cultural and economic growth for its people.
—The Editors Of Artnews, ARTnews.com, 3 Dec. 2024
The billionaire founder’s defeatism—and private contemplation about leaving the U.S.—are shared by a cadre of wealthy Democratic Party backers, who have been left licking their wounds and trying to move forward after Harris’s defeat, the Times reported.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 2 Dec. 2024
Mercury’s entrance to philosophical Sagittarius suggests contemplation as a means to discover what is true for you.
—USA TODAY, 2 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplation
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Use this time for activities like meditation, nature walks, or simply resting to prevent burnout.Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes, 10 Jan. 2025
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Breathing Exercises or Meditation Practicing meditation, breathwork, or mindfulness exercises can be a great addition to a healthy morning routine.Mark Gurarie, Health, 10 Jan. 2025
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This little stretch of coastline was uncrowded and peaceful, with just a few other beachgoers sitting in anticipation of the sunrise, looking for shells or fishing.Patrick Connolly, Orlando Sentinel, 10 Jan. 2025
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Stroud threw an accurate pass with anticipation but safety Jaden Hicks knew Stroud had to rush his throw, squatted on the route and broke up the pass.Ted Nguyen, The Athletic, 9 Jan. 2025
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Views of his upside vary from mid-rotation starter to fringe arm, but Lewis has already surpassed expectations and could begin 2025 one step from the majors.Aaron Gleeman, The Athletic, 8 Jan. 2025
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It was boosted by shares of Samsung Electronics, which climbed around 3.6% even as the company forecast that its fourth-quarter profits would come in lower than LSEG expectations.Yeo Boon Ping, CNBC, 8 Jan. 2025
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“Contemplation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contemplation. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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