think twice
Idioms-
Reconsider something, weigh something carefully, as in I've got to think twice before spending that much on a car . [Late 1800s]
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not think twice . Take no notice, not worry about, as in She didn't think twice about flying off to Europe with a day's notice . [Mid-1900s]
Example Sentences
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But investors may want to think twice before buying a stock thatās come under fire from activists.
From Barron's
āHoly smokes, Rowdy,ā I whispered, ādid you see those teeth? Youād better think twice before you jump on him. He could eat you upācollar and all.ā
From Literature
"Our parents never thought twice about sending us out on the tram alone. Now I have a car, I just like leaving it parked to come ride the tram."
From Barron's
But fans would be forgiven for thinking twice about attending the game following this week's shocking scenes.
From BBC
She has now decided to share her story in the hope others will think twice before ordering weight-loss jabs online.
From BBC
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