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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Voters, Mitchell said, “are really thinking about the implications” of their vote, and perhaps don’t want to throw it away on a candidate they perceive as having no chance.
From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026
"Many pharmacists will find themselves in a situation where they're really thinking about whether they can keep their heads above the water," she told BBC Radio 4's Today programme.
From BBC • May 29, 2026
After many years of treating myself to newer vehicles, I’m sitting at 70,000 and 40,000 on my current ones, and having seen the prices at the dealership, I’m thinking about settling down.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
Mr. Newsom also said he is considering “universal basic capital. I’m thinking about public equity funds and dividends. I’m thinking about ownership.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
I almost missed it, thinking about Courtney, but I looked up just in time and now I can never forget it.
From "Firegirl" by Tony Abbott
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