contemplated

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In recent years, the “Good Wife” and “Shrinking” actor has contemplated on his mortality, telling “CBS News Sunday Morning” in 2023 that he doesn’t see himself making it to 80.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

“The contemplated transaction marks a decisive first step in Delivery Hero’s ongoing strategic review,” it said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 23, 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

Travis Kelce contemplated retirement after the Chiefs’ 6-11 season, but has re-signed with Kansas City for one more season.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

After a solitary supper, over which she contemplated all of her planned escape routes and how she might make more weapons for herself, Celaena paced through her rooms.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas