Pronunciation: /θɪŋk ʌv/
verb to have in one's mind or to consider
A1 I think of my family when I am far away from home.
A2 She thinks of her childhood memories fondly.
B1 When planning a trip, you should think of all the details.
B2 As a manager, it's important to think of ways to motivate your team.
C1 Scientists must think of innovative solutions to complex problems.
C2 Artists often think of new ways to express their creativity.
preposition used to introduce a mental image or idea
A1 I think of my family when I feel homesick.
A2 When I think of Paris, I imagine the Eiffel Tower.
B1 I often think of ways to improve my English skills.
B2 When I think of my childhood, I remember playing in the park.
C1 I think of the impact of climate change on future generations.
C2 When I think of my career goals, I envision success and fulfillment.
formal When you think of the impact of climate change, it becomes clear that urgent action is needed.
informal Hey, when you think of going out for dinner tonight, what's your top choice?
slang I was just thinking, when you think of all the drama in high school, it's actually pretty funny now.
figurative As an artist, I always think of my canvas as a blank slate waiting to be transformed.
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