contemplate
US /ˈkɑːn.t̬əm.pleɪt/
UK /ˈkɑːn.t̬əm.pleɪt/
1.
contemplar, observar
look thoughtfully for a long time at
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He sat for a long time contemplating the painting.
Se sentó un largo rato a contemplar la pintura.
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She stood at the window, contemplating the city lights.
Se quedó en la ventana, contemplando las luces de la ciudad.
2.
contemplar, reflexionar sobre
think about something for a long time or in a serious way
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She contemplated the possibility of moving to another country.
Ella contempló la posibilidad de mudarse a otro país.
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He needs time to contemplate his next move.
Necesita tiempo para contemplar su próximo movimiento.