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think of

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Explanation of "Think of"

The phrase "think of" is a verb that means to consider, remember, or have something in your mind. You can use it when you want to express an idea, plan, or feeling about something or someone.

Usage Instructions
  • Basic Structure: "think of" is usually followed by a noun or a gerund (verb + -ing).
  • Common Contexts: You can use it when you are recalling something, making a plan, or referring to someone in conversation.
Examples
  1. Remembering: "I think of my grandmother every time I bake cookies."
  2. Planning: "Can you think of a good idea for our project?"
  3. Referring to someone: "When I think of summer, I think of going to the beach."
Advanced Usage
  • Devise or Invent: "He thought of a new way to solve the problem."
  • Intend to Refer: "When I talk about healthy food, I think of fruits and vegetables."
  • Consider: "She thinks of herself as a great artist."
Word Variants
  • Thought (noun): The past tense of think, meaning the idea or opinion you have. Example: "I had a good thought about the project."
  • Thinking (noun/gerund): The process of using your mind to consider something. Example: "My thinking about the issue has changed."
Different Meanings
  1. To Recall: "Think of your childhood."
  2. To Imagine: "Can you think of what it would be like to fly?"
  3. To Consider: "You should think of the consequences before making a decision."
Synonyms
  • Consider
  • Reflect on
  • Imagine
  • Remember
Idioms and Phrasal Verbs
  • "Think of it as": This phrase is used to explain something by comparing it to another thing. Example: "Think of it as a learning experience."
  • "Think twice": This means to consider something carefully before making a decision. Example: "You should think twice before quitting your job."
Conclusion

"Think of" is a versatile phrase in English that allows you to express your thoughts, plans, and feelings.

Verb
  1. choose in one's mind
    • Think of any integer between 1 and 25
  2. devise or invent
    • He thought up a plan to get rich quickly
    • no-one had ever thought of such a clever piece of software
  3. intend to refer to
    • I'm thinking of good food when I talk about France
    • Yes, I meant you when I complained about people who gossip!
  4. look on as or consider
    • she looked on this affair as a joke
    • He thinks of himself as a brilliant musician
    • He is reputed to be intelligent
  5. take into consideration, have in view
    • He entertained the notion of moving to South America
  6. keep in mind for attention or consideration
    • Remember the Alamo
    • Remember to call your mother every day!
    • Think of the starving children in India!

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