ponder
verb (used without object)
to consider something deeply and thoroughly; meditate (often followed by over or upon ).
pondering
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present participleof ponder.present participle
A verb form that is used in progressive verb constructions and may also function as a modifier or a gerund.
Example Sentences
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He references “Wonder Man’s” most emotional scene, when Simon is in his junky Toyota Camry with Trevor, pondering quitting acting.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 3, 2026
The Schwab strategists began pondering this three years ago as what they called the “great moderation” era — two decades of disinflation, suppressed volatility and reduced supply shocks — was over.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 9, 2026
“My girlfriend and I were pondering over the trip for a couple months, but we decided against it until recently,” Timmons said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
He was known to enjoy pondering economic minutiae while taking lengthy baths to relieve back problems.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 22, 2026
I spent more time alone pondering my life, reading my New World Encyclopedia, my dictionary, and my Bible.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
