contemplation
Example Sentences
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It takes an exceptional piece of art to inspire audiences to think twice about what comes as second nature, to choose compassionate contemplation over ardent debate.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026
“If the first movie was contemplation — a boy exploring a new world — and the second one is a war movie, this one is a thriller. It is action-packed and tense. More muscular.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
"These are moments of peace and contemplation," Atoukou said.
From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026
Indeed, such has been the level of contemplation regarding Frank's immediate future at Tottenham in recent weeks that this loss will almost certainly trigger further soul-searching from the club's leadership group.
From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026
Instead, she planned to stay in “private contemplation, out of respect for the momentous events which are about to occur.”
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing contemplation
Tuck Everlasting
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A Long Way Gone
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Siddhartha
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