contemplated

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Russell, 28, cut a forlorn figure afterwards as he contemplated the series of misfortunes that have derailed his season.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

His unfiltered thoughts came as he contemplated pushing Musk out and the financial windfall that might come.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

Michelle has also contemplated returning her husband’s body to Michoacán, to be with his younger brother, who died at 7 due to heart problems, whom he often spoke of missing terribly.

From Los Angeles Times • May 8, 2026

In recent years, the “Good Wife” and “Shrinking” actor has contemplated on his mortality, telling “CBS News Sunday Morning” in 2023 that he doesn’t see himself making it to 80.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

It was no quick thing Adam contemplated, to be finished and ready in a hurry.

From "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck