contemplate

transitive
1. to look at or view with continued attention; observe or study thoughtfully:
to contemplate the stars.
2. to consider thoroughly; think fully or deeply about:
to contemplate a difficult problem.
3. to have as a purpose; intend.
4. to have in view as a future event:
to contemplate buying a new car.
предусмотреть, иметь в виду
to contemplate scenarios

non transitive
5. to think studiously; meditate; consider deliberately.

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