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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
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).
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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
The last time this was contemplated seriously was 20 years ago in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks and the allied invasion of Iraq.
—Elliott Goat, The Week Uk, theweek, 7 Oct. 2024
Neither Phillips nor Phoenix was even sure about making a sequel and, for a time, contemplated putting on a Broadway show instead, before ultimately committing to the movie and bringing aboard Gaga in a role inspired by the comic book character Harley Quinn.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Oct. 2024
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
The last time this was contemplated seriously was 20 years ago in the wake of the 9/11 terror attacks and the allied invasion of Iraq.
—Elliott Goat, The Week Uk, theweek, 7 Oct. 2024
Neither Phillips nor Phoenix was even sure about making a sequel and, for a time, contemplated putting on a Broadway show instead, before ultimately committing to the movie and bringing aboard Gaga in a role inspired by the comic book character Harley Quinn.
—Pamela McClintock, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for contemplated
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Minister Paulo Pimenta, from the Secretariat of Communication, said that the procedure took place as planned, as reported by Brazilian news site JOTA.Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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For the travel industry, 2024 was the year when live tourism exploded as an irrepressible economy mover, as millions of travelers planned trips around music concerts, sports events and natural phenomena like solar eclipses and meteor showers.Suzanne Rowan Kelleher, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The opinions expressed in this article are not intended to replace any professional or expert accounting and/or tax advice whatsoever.Melissa Houston, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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On film, in fashion and music, and in other forms of entertainment, the representation of Western culture continues to, pun intended, stampede into mainstream media.Marc Berman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Concealing a firearm is a separate charge and is considered a third-degree felony in Pennsylvania, according to attorney Price Benowitz's firm.Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Among leaders, communication is considered a cornerstone of success.Antony Robinson, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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And in October, the Biden administration proposed a new rule that would require private insurance plans to cover over-the-counter contraception without a prescription at no cost.Deidre McPhillips, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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The model — and elder sister of Gigi and Bella —became engaged at 41, and rather than a diamond, her partner proposed with a vintage amethyst.Hannah Malach, WWD, 11 Dec. 2024
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But boy do these young guys want to be entertained!Tony Peters, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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Verna, for one, imagined that the long, actionless stretches between football plays could be filled with clips of moments that had just transpired from different camera angles, keeping viewers entertained and engaged with the game.Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Dec. 2024
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In the film, an unnamed bearded fellow at a bar, clearly meant to be Dave Van Ronk, tells him that Guthrie is at Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital in Morris Plains, New Jersey.Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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My mom is a fashion lover, and growing up on Long Island meant weekends were spent piling into the family car for a trip to Green Acres Mall.Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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During the latter inferno, which destroyed 1,600 structures from Westlake Village to Malibu, the school’s policy was questioned and criticized.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Some students on the campus questioned the university policy.Jenny Jarvie, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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Susan had been the CEO of her son’s company until 2010; what ultimately transpired weighed heavily on her.Irina Aleksander, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Babies with only one umbilical artery are at risk of being born small, but Naomi, her daughter, weighed over 6 pounds, so she was assumed to be fine.Nancy Borowick, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
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