thinking

Definition for thinking

adjective as in rational

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reasoning

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bright, intelligent, reasonable, studious

adjective as in thoughtful

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absorbed, contemplative, deliberating, engrossed, ruminating

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cogitative, deliberative, introspective, meditative, pensive, philosophical, reflective, ruminative

adjective as in pertaining to thought

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contemplative, deliberating, engrossed, meditating, rational

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bright, cogitative, introspective, pensive, reasonable, reflective, studious

noun as in thought

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idea, judgment, logic, opinion, reasoning, understanding

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cerebration, cogitation, cognition, contemplation, deliberation, ideation, introspection, meditation, musing, rationalization, reason, reflection, rumination, study

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“Sorry — I’m a little distracted because I’m thinking about then versus what’s happening now in this nation and how f— up it is,” he says.

From Los Angeles Times

The biggest mistake is thinking of a casserole as a single dish when, really, it’s an ensemble cast.

From Salon

Notably, he remembers thinking, “I don’t want to go read English. I’m going to stay in Sheffield and see what happens.”

From Los Angeles Times

"Talking honestly to your partner about how you're feeling can really help; do not assume they know what's happening or what you are thinking."

From BBC

"With his tireless commitment, experience, expertise and innovative thinking, he has been instrumental in establishing Red Bull Racing as one of the most successful and attractive teams in Formula 1," Mintzlaff said.

From BBC

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