think better of
Example Sentences
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On 56 separate occasions—an average of 14 times per game—a Portland player drove to the rim only to think better of it when the 22-year-old French giant popped up in his path.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026
But then in a change of heart that wasn’t what you’d expect from one of Australia’s most fearsome predators, he appeared to think better of it.
From New York Times • Aug. 24, 2023
Two days later we were in Spain because I knew, in a couple days he'd bounce back and would think better of this and not want to do this.
From Salon • May 16, 2023
If you’re inclined to think better of Lilly for taking this dramatic step, here’s our advice: Hold your applause.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2023
"Why don't you stop by sometime, and we can talk? When the mikvah is completed, I will show it to you. Maybe you will think better of it then."
From "What the Night Sings" by Vesper Stamper
