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food for thought

NOUN
subject for thought
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Iran’s failures as well as its successes give Beijing food for thought.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026

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

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 25, 2026

He also has other options in that coveted position which he will get the opportunity to explore in these friendlies - the players' last chances to give Tuchel food for thought.

From BBC • Mar. 20, 2026

What is “Love is Blind” if not food for thought about your own desires and must-haves in a relationship?

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 30, 2025

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