to think carefully about something, especially for a noticeable length of time
She sat in the park and pondered her problem.
Sitting by the fireplace, he took a moment to ponder the mysteries of life.
Scholars often ponder the philosophical questions that shape human existence.
As the sun set, she sat on the porch to ponder the events of the day.
Pondering the future, he contemplated the choices that lay ahead.
