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Thinking, intending and remembering

Verbs for intentions, beliefs, memory and careful thought.

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Found: 10 words

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mean

verb · 3 examples
  1. I did not mean to interrupt you.
  2. We mean to finish before Friday.
  3. Did you mean to leave the door open?

realize

verb · 3 examples
  1. I realize now why the key did not fit.
  2. We soon realize how much work remains.
  3. Do you realize that the shop is closed today?

assume

verb · 3 examples
  1. Do not assume that everyone agrees.
  2. We assume the office is open, but we should check.
  3. People often assume that the larger box is heavier.

suppose

verb · 3 examples
  1. I suppose the train will arrive soon.
  2. Do you suppose they need any help?
  3. We suppose the path leads to the village.

reckon

verb · 3 examples
  1. I reckon we have enough chairs.
  2. What do you reckon the repairs will cost?
  3. They reckon the walk will take an hour.

regard

verb · 3 examples
  1. We regard her as a trusted adviser.
  2. They regard the garden as a shared space.
  3. I regard this mistake as a useful lesson.

recall

verb · 3 examples
  1. Can you recall where you left the keys?
  2. I clearly recall our first meeting.
  3. They could not recall the name of the street.

contemplate

verb · 3 examples
  1. We need time to contemplate the offer.
  2. She paused to contemplate her next step.
  3. They contemplate moving to a smaller house.

conceive

verb · 3 examples
  1. The team will conceive a new design.
  2. It is hard to conceive a solution without more information.
  3. Artists often conceive ideas while experimenting.

wonder

verb · 3 examples
  1. I wonder why the birds have left.
  2. Do you ever wonder how this machine works?
  3. We wonder whether the bridge is open.

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