contemplate
US /ˈkɑːn.t̬əm.pleɪt/
UK /ˈkɑːn.t̬əm.pleɪt/
1.
凝视, 沉思
look thoughtfully for a long time at
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He sat for a long time contemplating the painting.
他坐了很久，凝视着那幅画。
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She stood at the window, contemplating the city lights.
她站在窗边，凝视着城市的灯光。
2.
考虑, 沉思
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.
她考虑了搬到另一个国家的可能性。
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He needs time to contemplate his next move.
他需要时间来考虑下一步行动。