contemplate
IPA /ˈkɒntəmˌpleɪt/
To consider a possible action carefully before deciding whether you want to do it or whether it would be suitable.
See example sentence: contemplate
We began to contemplate moving somewhere closer to our family.
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IPA /ˈkɒntəmˌpleɪt/
To consider a possible action carefully before deciding whether you want to do it or whether it would be suitable.
We began to contemplate moving somewhere closer to our family.
IPA /dɪˈlɪbəˌreɪt/
To think carefully about a choice or discuss it thoroughly before deciding what to do, especially when the decision matters.
We need time to deliberate before choosing where to live.
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