contemplated
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His unfiltered thoughts came as he contemplated pushing Musk out and the financial windfall that might come.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026
Chessum was made Leicester captain at the start of the season after the departure of Julian Montoya, but says he has not contemplated stepping up to lead England.
From BBC • Mar. 17, 2026
The other professional path that Godoy contemplated would’ve still brought him back to acting.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026
Kelce, one of the most popular players in the NFL and a certain Hall of Famer, contemplated retirement after the 2025 season.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 9, 2026
He walked to the edge of the pool and contemplated a sodden red towel left near the diving board.
From "Atonement" by Ian McEwan
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