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contemplation

[ kon-tuhm-pley-shuhn, -tem- ]

noun

  1. the act of contemplating; thoughtful observation.
  2. full or deep consideration; reflection:

    religious contemplation.

  3. purpose or intention.
  4. prospect or expectation.


contemplation

/ -təm-; ˌkɒntɛmˈpleɪʃən /

noun

  1. thoughtful or long consideration or observation
  2. spiritual meditation esp (in Christian religious practice) concentration of the mind and soul upon God Compare meditation
  3. purpose or intention
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Other 51Թ Forms

  • cDz·ٱ·tDz noun
  • cDz·ٱ·tDz noun
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of contemplation1

First recorded in 1175–1225; from Latin DzԳٱ𳾱پō-, stem of DzԳٱ𳾱پō; equivalent to contemplate + -ion; replacing Middle English contemplaci(o)un, from Anglo-French, from Latin, as above
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But with Bing, whom the filmmakers treat as a genuine co-star worthy of close-ups, contemplation and authentic dog behavior, Watts finds another rich vein of emotion to dramatize with delicacy, humor and intelligent vulnerability.

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Develop your interior life through meditation, contemplation, and deep thinking.

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"No, I have no contemplation of pardoning myself for anything. I didn’t do anything wrong."

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It's no longer regularly used for services, but is used for community events and concerts and is open to visitors wanting some quiet contemplation.

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But in a post on X, she said she had removed herself from consideration "after an incredible amount of thought, contemplation, and encouragement from so many".

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