mulling
Pronunciation: [ˈmʌl.ɪŋ]
Word
Context: "thinking"
(verb) to think about something carefully for a long time. When you mull over an idea, you take your time to understand it better before making a decision.
Example
She is mulling over her options for the summer vacation.
Example
He wasn’t mulling over his decision; he made it very quickly without thinking.
Example
What are you mulling over right now?
Context: "cooking"
(verb) to heat up a liquid, usually with spices, to create a warm drink. When you mull wine, you add things like spices and heat it until it's warm and flavorful.
Example
They are mulling cider on the stove for the party.
Example
She never mulls her drinks; she prefers them cold.
Example
Have you ever tried mulling your own wine at home?
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