mulling

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Mulling the evolution of global trade, Lula criticised moves away from free trade towards protectionism by some powers, without mentioning any by name, just as emerging economies seek to carve out their own role.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

Mulling over this quandary, Phillips turned her attention toward organic sulfur, molecules in which sulfur is bound to a carbon compound.

From Science Daily • Nov. 16, 2023

Mulling the Schrader-influenced short film “Paix” he directed in film school — which enterprising fans can still hunt down online — he considers his future goals of stepping behind the camera.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 9, 2023

Mulling over the sacrifices her father made when he upended his life in Mexico in pursuit of a better life, Donjuan saw this as wasted potential.

From Seattle Times • May 22, 2023

Mulling over the loss to Rosemont, he took out Seabiscuit’s blinkers and a pocketknife and cut small holes in the back of each eye cup, giving the horse two rearview windows.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand