Example Sentences

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Increasingly economists are contemplating a scenario where the central bank makes no change to rates.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

“In light of these topics, many investors are contemplating if the stock’s momentum is sustainable.”

From MarketWatch • Feb. 14, 2026

Launching a new cable network in today’s media environment would seem counterintuitive, with subscribers ditching those channels in favor of streaming services, and some entertainment companies are contemplating cutting channels.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 13, 2025

But both Chevron and Valero are contemplating permanent refinery closures.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2025

Sykes stood up, extended a hand, looked him over as you look over a horse you are contemplating buying.

From "The Killer Angels: The Classic Novel of the Civil War" by Michael Shaara