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thinking

[thing-king] / ˈθɪŋ kɪŋ /






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Thinking it was a supporter, the candidate extended his hand.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026

In an interview with the BBC's Political Thinking podcast, Lord Hermer said the Labour government had been able to reduce the number of people making the dangerous journey through international cooperation and agreements.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

"Thinking back on it, I still have goosebumps," he said.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

Thinking at cosmic and subatomic scales requires plenty of math—or some visual metaphors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026

Thinking about outsides makes me remember the spot between my toes again, and I’m just bending to examine it when Old Joe appears by my side.

From "How to Disappear Completely" by Ali Standish




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