think through

Idioms  

1. Also, think out. Arrive at a thorough understanding of; devise or contrive thoroughly. For example, That answer doesn't work; I don't believe you've thought the problem through, or He thought out a far more efficient method. The first term dates from the early 1900s, the variant from the mid-1800s. Also see think up.

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Learning to drive initially demands constant attention, but years of experience allow many people to carry on a conversation, listen to music, or think through a problem while still driving safely.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 12, 2026

I’d appreciate hearing how others would think through this decision.

From MarketWatch ● Jun. 25, 2026

“She really needs to think through things. That’s completely reasonable and responsible.”

From Los Angeles Times ● May 26, 2026

"I think that equation is the most difficult one that Pakistan is going to have to think through if its current plans don't work out."

From BBC ● Mar. 30, 2026

For Ekon, it was the perfect time to think through his strategy.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray

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