- present participle of contemplate.
contemplating
Example Sentences
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This man, meanwhile, is contemplating waiting so that his wife will get a higher amount through survivor benefits in the event he dies before she does.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 20, 2026
Lionel Messi, at 39, remains Argentina's leader and inspiration, still capable of producing the magic that has this proud and passionate football country contemplating a repeat of their World Cup win four years ago.
From BBC ● Jul. 12, 2026
The source said Lopez had recently requested the appointment of an eventual successor, suggesting he was contemplating a transition before his mandatory retirement at the age of 75, in 2027.
From Barron's ● Jul. 7, 2026
Carlisle is now contemplating its next move, the people added.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 29, 2026
“Dr. King is in our living room, and you want to sit here contemplating armed revolution? I don’t think so.”
From "The Rock and the River" by Kekla Magoon
