think
verb [ I or T ]
uk/θɪŋk/ usthought | thoughtto have a particular idea, belief or opinion:
think (that) Some analysts think that rates will continue to rise.
I think the figures speak for themselves.
Have you seen the new ad? What do you think?
to consider something in your mind:
He thought for a moment, and then agreed.
think about sth She was thinking about whether to take the job.
think big
to have plans to be very successful or powerful:
Even small companies need to think big.
think on your feet
to make a quick decision or give an answer quickly:
The ability to think on your feet is essential for this position.
think out of/outside the box
to think using your imagination and having new ideas instead of traditional or expected ones:
Thinking outside the box could be enough to put a business ahead of its competitors.
think twice
to think very carefully about something before taking a decision:
think twice about sth/about doing sth/before doing sth High fuel prices had caused car buyers to think twice about buying full-size sport utility vehicles.
Phrasal verbs
think sth of sth/sb
think sth out
think sth over