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ruminate

verb
/ˈruː.mɪ.neɪt/

Meaning

to think deeply about something; to chew cud (for animals)

Example Sentences

She sat alone to ruminate on her decision.

Example Expressions

ruminate on

Synonyms

ponder, reflect, meditate, contemplate

Antonyms

ignore, disregard

Collocations

ruminate on ideas, ruminate over problems, ruminate deeply

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