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contemplate - To spend time considering a possible future action, or to consider one particular thing for a long time in a serious and quiet way.
Now that Angela had graduated from college, she had to contemplate whether to get a job or get a more advanced degree.
reprieve - A temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or undesirable situation, often granted as a mercy or to allow for further consideration.
The condemned prisoner was granted a reprieve by the governor, to the great relief of both him and his family.