thinking
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Where AI proved more useful was in suggesting a better way of approaching the task: Instead of thinking of 10 individual words, think of 10 very different categories, and then fill in the words afterward.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026
I’ve been thinking about Musk a little bit too much lately — since almost any amount is too much — and wondering if it’s finally time to give him complete control of the sun.
From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026
Not that Arthur was thinking about either Derby eight years ago when she bid $500 for a behind-the-scenes tour of Santa Anita or Del Mar. She wasn’t even thinking about owning a horse.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
“Consensus thinking appears to be that, once the crisis subsides, markets should refocus on fundamentals,” the team wrote.
From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026
“I’m . . .” I pause, thinking of that feelings chart from elementary school with all those little faces lined up in even rows.
From "Keeping Pace" by Laurie Morrison
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