thinking
Americanadjective
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rational; reasoning.
People are thinking animals.
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thoughtful; reflective.
Any thinking person would reject that plan.
noun
noun
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opinion or judgment
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the process of thought
adjective
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(prenominal) using or capable of using intelligent thought
thinking people
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to ponder a matter or problem
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of thinking
First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English thenking (noun); see think 1, -ing 2, -ing 1
Example Sentences
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The OCC and FDIC’s new joint rule shows they are thinking the same thing.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 14, 2026
Sullenberger's quick thinking and calm demeanour were credited with averting disaster.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
“So I can really easily get lost in thinking about what that looks like.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 14, 2026
What will play a big part in his thinking is how the situation in the Mideast unfolds.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 13, 2026
Renn was huddled in her sleeping-sack, thinking about getting up, when Torak appeared at the entrance to the shelter, making her jump.
From "Wolf Brother" by Michelle Paver
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