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Ruminative

/ˈrumɪˌneɪtive/
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(adj) Causing rumination or prone to it; thoughtful.

She had a ruminative expression on her face as she sat there.
His ruminative thoughts kept him awake for most of the night.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The philosopher had a ____ nature, often pausing mid-sentence to consider his words carefully.

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