think better of

Example Sentences

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Without time to think better of it, I found myself in the driver’s seat of my own car, pulling out onto the track.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 9, 2025

But then in a change of heart that wasn’t what you’d expect from one of Australia’s most fearsome predators, he appeared to think better of it.

From New York Times • Aug. 24, 2023

Two days later we were in Spain because I knew, in a couple days he'd bounce back and would think better of this and not want to do this.

From Salon • May 16, 2023

If you’re inclined to think better of Lilly for taking this dramatic step, here’s our advice: Hold your applause.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2023

I asked before I could think better of it.

From "Fast Pitch" by Nic Stone