contemplate

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Investors must contemplate the potential of violent price fluctuations if the shipping industry fails to quickly return to normal tempos.

From Barron's • Mar. 18, 2026

Losing Brown and Cummings was grim enough but the fear of losing Steyn as well was too much to contemplate.

From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026

When Iglesias asked Koy if they should contemplate performing “across the street” together, the crowd erupted with excitement.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 5, 2026

When I contemplate it, I think about the mothers at my son’s preschool, people I work with, wealthier friends, and wonder if they would find requests for money to be cringe.

From Slate • Feb. 19, 2026

“Go ahead and turn before the next century. No, take your time, shave, contemplate the universe...”

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken