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Ponders

Verb / ˈpɑ:ndɜ:z / Another word for ponders — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To think about something carefully and for a long time.

Synonyms & similar words

muse chewover excogitate mull ruminate ponder speculate contemplate mullover reflect meditate thinkover contemplates reflects meditates considers deliberates ruminates speculates muses broods cogitates wonders evaluates weighs examines reviews assesses

Example sentences

  1. She ponders which book to read next.
  2. He ponders the answer to the math problem.
  3. They sit by the pond and ponder the beauty of nature.
  4. I often ponder about what the future will be like.
  5. Sometimes it's good to take a moment and ponder your decisions.

Quotes

  • The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled. - Plutarch
  • We do not remember days, we remember moments. - Cesare Pavese
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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