think

/ˈθɪŋk/verb
Early ChildhoodNot in standard dictionaries
1

To ponder, to go over in one's mind.

2

To have (some statement) in one's mind; to say to oneself mentally.

3

To communicate to oneself in one's mind, to try to find a solution to a problem.

4

To conceive of something or someone

5

To be of opinion (that); to consider, judge, regard, or look upon (something) as.

6

To guess; to reckon; to believe while admittedly being uncertain.

7

To plan; to be considering; to be of a mind (to do something).

8

To presume; to venture.

9

Ellipsis of think so.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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