- past tense form of contemplate.
- past participle of contemplate.
contemplated
Example Sentences
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Treasury yields fell as markets contemplated the prospect of a deal that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026
Imagine, for a moment, if former Vice President Kamala Harris had jumped into the governor’s race, as contemplated.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
Chessum was made Leicester captain at the start of the season after the departure of Julian Montoya, but says he has not contemplated stepping up to lead England.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
Kelce, one of the most popular players in the NFL and a certain Hall of Famer, contemplated retirement after the 2025 season.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026
Sure, for about five seconds, I’d contemplated sending him outfit pics and asking which one made me look best.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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