meditation
noun
med·i·ta·tion
ˌme-də-ˈtā-shən 
1
: a discourse intended to express its author's reflections or to guide others in contemplation
2
: the act or process of meditating
the meditation out of which this novel has come—
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Granville HicksExamples of meditation in a Sentence
She spent the morning in meditation.
Daily meditation helps clear his mind.
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While Pasolini delivers his meditations to clergy members gathered at the Vatican, the pope listens from his hospital room, though the attendees cannot see or hear him.
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In his art practice, Johnson is known for his sharp meditations on race and class rooted in a more organic vocabulary steeped in sculptural and painterly traditions.
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Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 11 Mar. 2025
Practicing mindful breathing meditation, although research on its effectiveness in improving executive functions is mixed.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Mar. 2025
In his art practice, Johnson is known for his sharp meditations on race and class rooted in a more organic vocabulary steeped in sculptural and painterly traditions.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 10 Mar. 2025
Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers are eligible for one free year of premium membership to the Calm app to improve sleep and meditation.
—Ramsey Qubein, Forbes, 9 Mar. 2025
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“Meditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/meditation. Accessed 19 Mar. 2025.
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meditation
noun
med·i·ta·tion
ˌmed-ə-ˈtā-shən
: the act or an instance of meditating
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