pondering
US /ˈpɑːn.dər.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈpɒn.dər.ɪŋ/
动词
沉思, 思索, 考虑
to think carefully about something, especially before making a decision or reaching a conclusion
示例:
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She spent the evening pondering the meaning of life.
她花了一晚上思考生命的意义。
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He was pondering whether to accept the job offer.
他正在考虑是否接受这份工作。
形容词
沉思的, 思索的, 冥想的
engaged in deep thought; meditative
示例:
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He sat in a pondering silence, staring out the window.
他坐在那里，沉思着，凝视着窗外。
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Her pondering expression showed she was deeply troubled.
她沉思的表情表明她内心深处很困扰。