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contemplative

[kuhn-tem-pluh-tiv, kon-tuhm-pley-, -tem-] / kənˈtɛm plə tɪv, ˈkɒn təmˌpleɪ-, -tɛm- /


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The American architect and artist created a contemplative moment with her two-part sculptural fountain: One stone lies flat as water bubbles up and over it, while an adjacent 11-foot-tall stone oculus emits a gentle mist.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 16, 2026

Despite said activity, the tone was contemplative, and moments later, as I was being asked to describe the colors and mood of a Ten of Swords card, I was tapped on the shoulder.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 10, 2026

Here, Wembanyama has long shown a thoughtful mien: attentive, contemplative and, sure, a little nerdy.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 1, 2026

That loss was addressed on 2023's mournful, contemplative album But Here We Are.

From BBC Apr. 21, 2026

Perhaps, having begun this more modest, contemplative life, she considered destroying the messy pile of sketches.

From "The Girl Who Drew Butterflies: How Maria Merian's Art Changed Science" by Joyce Sidman




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