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to think
01
to have a type of belief or idea about a person or thing
Transitive: to think that
Example
He thinks that the restaurant serves the best pizza in town.
I do n't think that she's being honest about her intentions.
I think that the company should focus on sustainability.
1.1
used in speech to make what one says sound more polite or less certain
Transitive: to think that
Example
Do you think it would be possible to turn down the volume a bit?
I do n't think I have enough experience for that position, but I'm willing to learn.
I do n't think I'll be able to attend the party, but thank you for the invitation.
1.2
used in questions for showing one's surprise or anger
Example
What do you think you're doing, driving so recklessly?
Where do you think you're going, dressed like that?
Who do you think you are, talking to me like that?
02
to use your mind to understand something, solve a problem, make a decision, etc. or to use it to consider someone or something
Intransitive: to think about sth | to think of sth
Example
He could n't think of a good answer to the question.
I need some time to think about whether I want to accept the job offer.
They are thinking about moving to a different city next year.
2.1
to recall something or have ideas or words come into one's mind
Intransitive: to think of sth
Example
As soon as I walked into the room, I thought of my childhood home because it had a similar smell.
I ca n't think of his name right now, but I know he's a famous actor.
I ca n't think of the name of the street we need to turn on to get to the restaurant.
2.2
to adopt a certain mentality
Intransitive: to think in a specific manner
Example
He thinks independently and does not conform to societal norms or expectations.
He thinks like a detective and is skilled at gathering and analyzing information to solve problems.
He thinks realistically and considers the practical aspects of every situation.
2.3
to imagine, expect, or intend something
Intransitive
Transitive: to think that
Example
I never thought I'd be able to run a marathon, but I did it.
I think I'll go for a walk to clear my head.
I think I'll have the salad for lunch today.
03
to have ideas, images, or words pass through the mind
Transitive: to think sth
Intransitive: to think about sth
Example
I was just thinking how much I enjoy the walk here.
I often think about my childhood when I hear that song.
" He's always so kind, " she thought to herself.
Think
01
an instance of deliberate thinking
