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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Example Sentences

He got to the building and darted into the parking lot underneath, then ducked between cars to catch his breath and think through his next move.

From Literature

I really like the idea of using it to think through questions to ask your doctor.

From Slate

Think through what your financial picture would look like down that road.

From MarketWatch

This is why the most important thing you can do with a will is name a trusted person as executor — and really think through that decision and talk to your choice about it, to make sure they’re up to the task.

From MarketWatch

It was absurd, but it bought them the space and time for her to try and think through an escape.

From Literature

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