ponder
verb (used without object)
to consider something deeply and thoroughly; meditate (often followed by over or upon ).
were pondering
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past progressiveof ponder.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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“My girlfriend and I were pondering over the trip for a couple months, but we decided against it until recently,” Timmons said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 3, 2026
The pair formed a bond in midfield, and became friends, which proved useful when they were pondering their international futures.
From BBC ● Aug. 17, 2021
The Coachella Valley news media has been speculating over whether the Obamas were pondering the purchase of a home in the area.
From New York Times ● Jan. 18, 2017
Both McQuaides were pondering whether Rubio might be the better messenger.
From Washington Post ● Jan. 10, 2016
He looked vaguely troubled, as if he were pondering something deeply personal.
From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama
