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contemplate and pick
[kən-ˈtem-plāt ənd pik]
verb phrase
contemplar e escolher
1.
To think carefully about options before making a selection or decision
She took time to contemplate and pick the best option from the menu.
Ela levou tempo para contemplar e escolher a melhor opção do cardápio.
2.
To examine choices thoughtfully and then select one
He would contemplate and pick each wine carefully for the dinner party.
Ele contemplaria e escolheria cada vinho cuidadosamente para a festa de jantar.
NYC Slang
scope it out and grab it
Synonyms
consider and choose
think and select
reflect and decide
ponder and pick
Antonyms
rush and grab
hastily choose
randomly select
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
contemplar e escolher
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
pensar e escolher
More colloquial alternative
São Paulo
contemplar e selecionar
More formal/business context
Portugal
contemplar e escolher
Standard European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
take your time and choose wisely
look before you leap
weigh your options
give it some thought
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