| Front | ponder |
|---|---|
| Back | BrE /ˈpɒndə(r)/NAmE /ˈpɑːndər/verb [intransitive, transitive] (formal)to think about sth carefully for a period of time ＝consider ~ (about/on/over sth) She pondered over his words. They were left to ponder on the implications of the announcement.~ sth The senator pondered the question for a moment. We intend to ponder all the alternatives before acting.~ whether, what, etc… They are pondering whether the money could be better used elsewhere.+ speech ‘I wonder why,’ she pondered aloud. |
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