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con•tem•plate
Pronunciation: (kon'tum-plāt", -tem-), [key]
—v., -plat•ed, -plat•ing.
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v.t.
1. to look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully:
to contemplate the stars.
2. to consider thoroughly; think fully or deeply about:
to contemplate a difficult problem.
3. to have as a purpose; intend.
4. to have in view as a future event:
to contemplate buying a new car.
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v.i.
to think studiously; meditate; consider deliberately.
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