θɪŋk θruː
neutral
intermediate
- Base verb:
- think
- Particle:
- through
- Separable:
- Yes
What does "think through" mean?
To consider all aspects of something carefully and completely
Examples
- We need to think through the consequences.
- Have you thought this through properly?
- Let me think through the logistics.
- She hadn't fully thought through her plan.
- Think through all the possible outcomes before acting.
How to use it
Emphasizes thorough consideration of all aspects. 'Think it through' often implies the person hasn't considered everything.
Word order
Object can go between: 'think it through' or 'think through the problem'
Similar expressions
analyze
consider fully
examine thoroughly
Opposites
act impulsively
rush
Related phrasal verbs
- think over
To consider something carefully before making a decision
- think up
To invent or create an idea, plan, or excuse
- get through
To successfully complete or finish something difficult
- go through
To experience something difficult or unpleasant
- come through
To survive a difficult situation successfully
- break through
To force a way through a barrier or obstacle
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