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pondering

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Pondering (noun) means a period of deep or careful thought. Example: “After much pondering, she decided to take the job.”

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A period of deep or careful thought.
"After much pondering, she decided to take the job."

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In plain EnglishThe act of thinking something over slowly and carefully.

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What does “pondering” mean?
The word “pondering” means a period of deep or careful thought. In plain terms, the act of thinking something over slowly and carefully.
How do you use “pondering” in a sentence?
Here is “pondering” used in a sentence: “After much pondering, she decided to take the job.”
What part of speech is “pondering”?
“Pondering” is a noun.
What is the meaning of pondering?
"pondering" (noun) means a period of deep or careful thought.

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