Contemplation

Definitions

1. The act of contemplating; musing; being highly concentrated in thought
   countable, uncountable
2. Holy meditation.
   countable, uncountable
3. The act of looking forward to a future event
   countable, uncountable
4. The state of being considered or planned.
   countable, uncountable

Equivalents

Examples

“Now, 80 percent is accessible — quickly filling with exhibition spaces, stylish restaurants and cafes, bookstores, and highly profitable gift stores, as well as quiet walkways, shady stands of trees and odd nooks that invite⟳ contemplation of bygone dynasties.”

“Mr. Pickwick congratulated the fortunate owner of the irresistible garments on their acquisition; and Mr. Peter Magnus remained a few moments apparently absorbed in contemplation.”

“Whilst he roamed about with his flocks, through ice and snow⟳, communion with his God in prayer, and quiet contemplation, were his portion.”

“He concludes: "This letter is written in contemplation of legal proceedings, and is a pre-action protocol letter within the meaning of the Civil Procedure Rules 1998."”

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