contemplates

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think about seriously; plan v.
gaze at v.

VERB

think about seriously; plan

Synonyms

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aim consider envisage foresee intend mean mull over ponder propose think of weigh

STRONG

deliberate design excogitate expect mind observe percolate purpose ruminate speculate study

WEAK

aspire to brood over chew over cool out kick around meditate on muse over perpend reflect upon size up take in

Antonyms

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forget ignore neglect reject

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disregard

WEAK

discard look away scorn slight

VERB

gaze at

Synonyms

STRONGEST

consider examine notice

STRONG

audit behold eye inspect observe peer penetrate peruse pierce probe pry regard scan scrutinize see study survey view witness

WEAK

pore over stare at

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ignore neglect

STRONG

disbelieve forget look away overlook

WEAK

discard disregard scorn slight

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contemplates

Meanwhile, Sam Adams contemplates the film’s ending, arguing that Nolan’s final plot twist changes the meaning of the whole story.

From Slate ● Jul. 20, 2026

The anthemic opening track, “The Lucky Ones,” has the singer at the wheel on tour, wondering “how far, how long can we go” while he contemplates road dangers and lost friends.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 20, 2026

This contemplates the Rams selecting USC receiver Makai Lemon, although it’s entirely possible that the sure-handed Trojans star will already be gone by the time the 13th pick rolls around.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 17, 2026

The film boldly contemplates the atmosphere of Brontë’s novel with both a straight face and a sense of humor.

From Salon ● Feb. 14, 2026

The kid contemplates crying a bit harder but straightens up almost immediately.

From "I Am the Messenger" by Markus Zusak