mulled

VERB

think about seriously

Synonyms

STRONGEST

contemplate deliberate examine ponder weigh

STRONG

chaw consider delay figure linger meditate moon procrastinate reflect review revolve ruminate study woolgather

WEAK

brood over hammer away at muse on pore over rack one's brains stew over sweat over think over turn over

Antonyms

STRONGEST

forget ignore neglect

STRONG

advance dismiss disregard hurry leave rush

Example Sentences

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Five years later, the Reagan White House mulled the same question when considering whether to reappoint then-Chairman Paul Volcker.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Shares, of course, were swept up in an artificial intelligence-driven selloff last month, as investors mulled over the possibility of AI disruption to Accenture’s consulting business.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

Last year, he didn’t re-sign with the Chargers until just before the start of free agency as he mulled whether to return or retire.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026

Gary, Mark, Jason and Howard mulled it over all of 12 hours before agreeing.

From BBC • Jan. 27, 2026

“A lawyer,” said X-Ray as he mulled it over.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar