think (about or over)

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for think (about or over)
Verb
  • But nobody within the club is contemplating that possibility.
    Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 17 May 2025
  • Tessa's contemplating a major move for her career while her estranged addict father forces his way back into her life.
    Megan Vick, EW.com, 17 May 2025
Verb
  • California Democrats are now pondering the unthinkable.
    Editorial, Boston Herald, 22 May 2025
  • The Sharks could have a lot to think about – or nothing to ponder at all.
    Eric Stephens, New York Times, 20 May 2025
Verb
  • Dolton police did not respond to requests for information about the block but Trustee Belcher said the area was considered the rougher part of the village.
    Michael Loria, USA Today, 19 May 2025
  • It's been well over a decade since Aaliyah last scored a hit on the R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay tally, which is considered the most competitive radio ranking in those genres.
    Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Verb
  • Body camera footage obtained by his attorney, Keith Rutman, shows officers debating whether to take him to a nearby psychiatric hospital.
    Kelly Davis, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 May 2025
  • In fact, a simple search for side part on TikTok will generate a range of videos debating whether the look is either cheugy or the comeback style of the century.
    Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 24 May 2025
Verb
  • Volta gave demonstrations to scientific institutes across Europe with esteemed attendees, including Napoleon Bonaparte, and entertained audiences in theaters with electric devices.
    Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 26 May 2025
  • It's marketed firmly at the latter, a STEM tool designed to educate and entertain children from 6 upwards, who have a burgeoning interest in space.
    Chris McMullen, Space.com, 24 May 2025
Verb
  • The club is studying this and do not believe Pintus is the sole contributing factor.
    Mario Cortegana, New York Times, 19 May 2025
  • While turmeric is being studied for its role in cancer prevention, its active compound curcumin has also shown potential in lowering cholesterol by reducing inflammation and oxidative stress—factors that contribute to high LDL (bad) cholesterol levels.
    Jennifer Moll, Verywell Health, 19 May 2025
Verb
  • Some justices question why Trump admin did not seek direct ruling on birthright citizenship Justices Amy Coney Barrett and Elena Kagan asked why the Trump administration on Thursday sought to block nationwide injunctions rather than resolve whether a birthright citizenship order is constitutional.
    Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 17 May 2025
  • The Reddit community was quick to side with the bride, and questioned why this woman was still allowed to be a bridesmaid for this wedding at all.
    Charlotte Phillipp, People.com, 16 May 2025
Verb
  • Tyler eyed the bright orange sun, which was starting to peak over the mountains.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 19 May 2025
  • Still, Pritzker's balancing act—managing a blue state in the heartland with challenges ranging from crime to affordability while also eyeing a national platform—remains fraught.
    Jesus Mesa, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
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“Think (about or over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/think%20%28about%20or%20over%29. Accessed 29 May. 2025.

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