musing
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The realizations this sort of musing can lead us to are not always pleasurable.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 4, 2026
Jouppi is the case that asks them to stop musing.
From Slate ● Jul. 28, 2026
The repercussions of this method still reverberate through Panettiere’s life today, with the actress musing: “I’ve often wondered whether—unintentionally—I’ve brought on my traumas because I’m wired to think they’re good for me.”
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 26, 2026
He noted however that Cuba has "a beautiful piece of land," musing: "You could have beautiful resorts."
From Barron's ● Jun. 4, 2026
“Well,” said he, “what are you musing about? What does that grave smile signify?”
From "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë
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