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She had second thoughts when she found that she couldn’t book acting gigs overseas since she was an American.

From Salon • May 22, 2026

When the 30-year mortgage is paid off, you’ll be 89, but you’re probably not banking on holding on to the property for that long if you’re already having second thoughts about the purchase.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 17, 2026

Only three of them will now remain in Australia, after another member of the group had second thoughts earlier in the week.

From Barron's • Mar. 14, 2026

“Well, if she’s not into me, she’s having second thoughts about marrying him. Do I tell him?”

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 26, 2026

All my second thoughts rushed forward, causing a traffic jam in my mind.

From "Bronx Masquerade" by Nikki Grimes




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