contemplated
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At times, Joshua contemplated quitting, but the idea never felt practical.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026
“The contemplated transaction marks a decisive first step in Delivery Hero’s ongoing strategic review,” it said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 2026
The other professional path that Godoy contemplated would’ve still brought him back to acting.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Tagovailoa has said he contemplated retiring after suffering two concussions during the 2022 season, but returned to lead the league for passing yards in 2023, taking Miami into the play-offs.
From BBC • Mar. 9, 2026
In the late 1950s, White contemplated writing a story to document the case.
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann
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