to spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way
Mark took a moment to contemplate the math problem before solving it.
Sitting by the ocean, she liked to contemplate the vastness of the sea and the mysteries it held.
Before making a decision, he would often contemplate the potential consequences and benefits.
The philosopher would spend hours contemplating the meaning of existence.
As the sun set, she sat on the hill to contemplate the beauty of the changing colors in the sky.
