mulls (over)

verb

Definition of mulls (over)next
present tense third-person singular of mull (over)
as in debates
to give serious and careful thought to mull over the idea for a while and then let me know

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  1. contemplates
  2. considers
  3. weighs
  4. explores
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  • As currently configured, the settlement contemplates billions of dollars in payments to former, current and future athletes.
    Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As Denzel contemplates retirement, the Washington legacy is far from over.
    Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of contemplates
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  • Naturally, there is no one-size-fits-all treatment for such delays, conditions or disorders—each person requires and deserves personalized care that considers the nuances of their unique medical makeup and context.
    Sharief Taraman, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • As secretary of state, Rubio could run point on devising additional economic sanctions on Cuba, increasing funding for dissidents and pro-democracy programs that Havana considers tantamount to regime change, and further restricting US travel to Cuba.
    Patrick Oppmann, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of considers
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  • Optimus weighs 125 pounds (56 kilograms) and stands 5 feet 8 inches tall.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Each individual tamale at the Tamale House weighs nearly a pound.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of weighs
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  • Backed by a full live band, the performance introduced audiences to the country-style track that explores the complexities of love and self-reflection.
    Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The series explores each home’s unique history, as well as the intriguing backstories of the buyers and sellers, per HGTV.
    Denise Petski, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of explores
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