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is contemplating
  • present progressive of contemplate (3rd person singular).

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He is contemplating branching out into skilled-trade professions like welders, plumbers and construction superintendents, which he considers less vulnerable to automation.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

MSG Sports is contemplating separating the Knicks and Rangers through a tax-free spinoff, which could unlock more value for investors.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

Among those critics is San José Mayor Matt Mahan, a tech-friendly Democrat who is contemplating a run for governor.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 26, 2026

Reeves told me she regarded it as a "courtesy" to you to set out in broad terms the trade offs she is contemplating.

From BBC • Nov. 4, 2025

She looks as though she is contemplating a painting or reading a sign from far away, squinting just a little.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern