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contemplation

[kon-tuhm-pley-shuhn, -tem-] / ˌkɒn təmˈpleɪ ʃən, -tɛm- /




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“If the first movie was contemplation — a boy exploring a new world — and the second one is a war movie, this one is a thriller. It is action-packed and tense. More muscular.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026

It also proved Murphy’s glossy approach could coax viewers into considerate contemplation about systemic ills by wrapping them in celebrity skin.

From Salon • Feb. 12, 2026

"These are moments of peace and contemplation," Atoukou said.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Indeed, such has been the level of contemplation regarding Frank's immediate future at Tottenham in recent weeks that this loss will almost certainly trigger further soul-searching from the club's leadership group.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2026

It was stellar, and I was quite moved by its contemplation of the human spirit.

From "Booked" by Kwame Alexander




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