deep in thought
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Murray has regularly cut a tense figure during Djokovic's run at Melbourne Park, appearing deep in thought about how he can help the seventh seed land a record 25th Grand Slam title.
From BBC • Jan. 21, 2025
I took some photos of him engaging with the camera, but I loved this unguarded moment where he was deep in thought.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 23, 2024
On the changeovers, Nadal sat hunched over, sweat dripping from his headband and deep in thought for solutions that he couldn’t find.
From Seattle Times • May 11, 2024
As the moment stretched on, it seemed that Frears was not deep in thought but deep in sleep.
From New York Times • Mar. 3, 2024
I stroke my chin like I’m deep in thought.
From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven
