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food for thought

NOUN
subject for thought
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First-estimate eurozone gross domestic product data for the second quarter on Thursday and flash estimate inflation data for July on Friday will give investors food for thought.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026

In Houston, Wirtz played on the left, perhaps giving Iraola food for thought, especially as Cody Gakpo had a poor season in that position.

From BBC ● Jun. 15, 2026

In becoming the fifth youngest player to represent the Three Lions, he certainly gave Tuchel some interesting food for thought should there be injuries before the tournament starts.

From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026

But it also contains this tidbit, food for thought today:

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 25, 2026

Penelope had no interest in revenge, but as a person in the midst of a daring escape herself, The Count of Monte Cristo offered food for thought.

From "The Long-Lost Home" by Maryrose Wood


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