- present participle of wonder.
wondering
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Had Robert Louis Stevenson seen Robert Murphy’s new adaptation of the venerable “Treasure Island,” he’d be wondering who commandeered—or perhaps kidnapped—his story.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 9, 2026
Lately, I’ve been wondering if the basket of free chips and salsa — dropped almost ceremonially onto the table before anyone has ordered a thing — might eventually join them.
From Salon ● Oct. 7, 2026
Every member of the cast and crew joining the show knew audiences would be wondering one thing: How would they pull off the great rumble, where two factions face off?
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 6, 2026
But, having met Vera and Robert, I can't help wondering: if she could choose, would Vera prefer to speak to a robot or a relative?
From BBC ● Oct. 1, 2026
If the musk ox were telling this story, he would tell you that Duane’s suggestion left him gobsmacked, and that likely would have left you scratching your head like Duane and wondering what “gobsmacked” meant.
From "The Very, Very Far North" by Dan Bar-el
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