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contemplation

noun as in deep thought; planning

noun as in gazing at

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Small asides like these root this character-driven mystery in a spiritual loam, a reflection of Inglesby’s narrative contemplation of day-to-day living as an exercise in faith.

From Salon

After winning his first Wimbledon title, the 23-year-old Italian stood with his arms aloft, before crouching to the grass in a moment of deep contemplation.

From BBC

"My sense is that he draws much of his energy and ideas from spending time in prayer and contemplation," said the bishop.

From BBC

The characters are in various situations as they hear the song: taking a shower, singing karaoke, having a romantic moment, riding a bus, sitting deep in contemplation.

From Salon

The title implies a contemplation of the horrors of grief, but if “Talk to Me” is any indication, there will be plenty of jump scares too.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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