second thought
Example Sentences
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“Actually, on second thought, I shouldn’t leave you alone.”
From Literature
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Without a second thought, I give both of Eddie’s parents a hug before I leave.
From Literature
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He studied history and theology at Cambridge and then headed to theological college with the aim of being ordained as a clergyman before he - and the church - had second thoughts.
From BBC
My second thought was what an insult it was.
Here we see that even the most sealed-off conscience can be invaded by second thoughts.
From Los Angeles Times
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.