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Meaning of "think twice" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF THINK TWICE

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WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE THINK TWICE

think again
think better of
think less of
think little of
think more of
think much of
think nothing of
think out
think outside the box
think over
think tank
think the world of
think up
think-tank
thinkable
thinkableness
thinkably
thinker
thinking
thinking cap

WORDS THAT END LIKE THINK TWICE

advice
Alice
at a price
at any price
chief of police
choice
customer service
device
dice
Gliwice
ice
justice
Katowice
malice
nice
notice
office
once or twice
police
twice

Synonyms and antonyms of think twice in the English dictionary of synonyms

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Translation of «think twice» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF THINK TWICE

Find out the translation of think twice to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of think twice from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «think twice» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

三思而后行
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

pensar dos veces
570 millions of speakers

English

think twice
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

दो बार लगता है
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

التفكير مرتين
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

думать дважды
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

pensar duas vezes
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

আবার ভাব
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

réfléchir à deux fois
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

fikir dua kali
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

zweimal überlegen,
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

考える
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

두 번 생각
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Mikir kaping pindho
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

suy nghĩ hai lần
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

ஒருமுறைக்கு இருமுறை யோசிக்க
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

दोनदा विचार करा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

iki kere düşün
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

pensarci due volte
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

zastanów się dwa razy
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

думати двічі
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

cred că de două ori
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

σκεφτούν δύο φορές
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

twee keer dink
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

tänka två gånger
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

tenke to ganger
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of think twice

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «THINK TWICE»

The term «think twice» is quite widely used and occupies the 25.998 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «THINK TWICE» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about think twice

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10 QUOTES WITH «THINK TWICE»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word think twice.
1
Nonso Anozie
As soon as I started acting in England, I got unusual roles. Although I'm 6 foot six, and agents might standardly cast me in tough guy roles or the big guy in the back, I've been very blessed to do roles that makes them think twice about how they're gonna cast me.
2
Jonathan Davis
A lot of people don't realize that depression is an illness. I don't wish it on anyone, but if they would know how it feels, I swear they would think twice before they just shrug it.
3
Robin Day
I would think twice about designing stuff for which there was no need and which didn't endure.
4
Marlene Dietrich
Think twice before burdening a friend with a secret.
5
Michael Ende
Life holds one great but quite commonplace mystery. Though shared by each of us and known to all, seldom rates a second thought. That mystery, which most of us take for granted and never think twice about, is time.
6
Napoleon Hill
Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.
7
Curtis Joseph
I think that when you are in the limelight it is part of your obligation to be a good role model. A lot of kids look up to you, and you are given a God-given talent, so it is your responsibility. It isn't hard to deal with. I never have to think twice about doing anything.
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Akshay Kumar
Always think twice before you decide to do anything for a film. It may seem like a career-changing idea, but think of your family and your future before doing anything risky. Train properly, because looking strong and being strong are two different things.
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Chris Kyle
Every time I kill someone, he can't plant an I.E.D. You don't think twice about it.
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Martin Lel
Whenever I'm being invited to the New York City Marathon like today, I need to think twice because I know it's a very tough race.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «THINK TWICE»

Discover the use of think twice in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to think twice and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Don't Think Twice
Seventeen years old and pregnant, Anne lives with other unwed mothers in a group home in rural Texas where she learns to be herself before giving her child up for adoption.
Ruth Pennebaker, 2001
2
Think Twice: Harnessing the Power of Counterintuition
Yet these cognitive errors are preventable. In this engaging book, Mauboussin shows us how to recognize and avoid common mental missteps.
Michael Mauboussin, 2013
3
Think Twice
From the blockbuster New York Times bestselling author of Look Again comes a novel that makes you question the nature of evil: is it born in us or is it bred?
Lisa Scottoline, 2010
4
Smart Girls Think Twice
Sociologist Emma Riley’s new research project depends on a sexy bartender who wants nothing to do with her project—and certainly nothing to do with Emma. Too bad she’s way too smart to ever take no for an answer.
Cathie Linz, 2009
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Smart Girls Think Twice: Making Wise Choices When It Counts
"Think twice" encouragements for women to help them make smart choices in life. Popular author and conference speaker Jan Silvious is back with savvy advice for women to help them deal with the important choices they face every day.
Jan Silvious, 2008
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Don'T Think Twice
Haunted by the death of his son and his disintegrating marriage, Paul, the owner of a resort near the Chippewa reservation where he grew up, finds himself investigating a supposed "suicide" tied to the death of his son and to the bizarre ...
Wayne Johnson, 2000
7
The Backstory to Think Twice: A Special Bonus
But there are two sides to every story! Read this story, and then read bestselling author Lisa Scottoline’s explosive novel, Think Twice.
Lisa Scottoline, 2010
8
You Only Think Twice
This book is the outcome of the author’s work experience in the public and private sectors in India and on the research he has done on thinking and decision making.
K.R. Ravi, 2008
9
Think Twice, Save a Life: The Pharmacy's Role in Medication ...
It also offers ideas for partnering with nurses, physicians, and patients and their families to improve the medication-use process. The workbook includes self-assessment exercises and a list of additional resources for further study.
Joint Commission Resources, Inc, Jcaho, 2004
10
Think twice!: sociology looks at current social issues
This book lets students realize for themselves that a "sociological imagination" can help them understand the burning questions of today's society, and that this kind of thinking is within their grasp.
Lorne Tepperman, Jenny Blain, Sandra Badin, 1999

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «THINK TWICE»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term think twice is used in the context of the following news items.
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Scientist warns the world to 'think twice before replying to alien …
A scientist responsible for finding signs of life on other planets has warned that human beings should probably think twice before making contact with aliens. «The Independent, Jul 15»
2
Think twice before leaping at Amazon's Prime Day deals
The deals - better than Black Friday's, according to Amazon - sound enticing enough: A 40-inch TV for $115. Fifty percent off two select Nikon COOLPIX cameras ... «Today.com, Jul 15»
3
The forgotten origins of Greece's crisis will make you think twice
Stop me if you've heard this one. The Greeks, Italians, Spaniards and Irish walk into a bar, where the French and Germans are the bartenders. It's happy hour ... «Washington Post, Jul 15»
4
US Needs to Think Twice About Antagonizing Russia
Did it and its NATO allies think Russia would welcome such a move? The thinking of ... Think twice about knocking the chip off this particular bear's shoulder. «Huffington Post, Jun 15»
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Why teams should think twice before picking up RFA Matthew …
Matthew Dellavedova was the breakout star of the NBA Finals. The 6-foot-4 backup point guard for Cleveland took over the starting role in place of the injured ... «Washington Post, Jun 15»
6
Why parents should think twice about pushing for cheaper daycare
Last week, Britain's new government unveiled a plan to make childcare for some families much cheaper: Working parents of kids between the ages of 3 and 4 ... «Washington Post, Jun 15»
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Listen to Merle Haggard and Willie Nelson Cover Bob Dylan's 'Don't …
'Don't Think Twice' Bob, Willie and I just recorded it on our new album,” following the controversial remarks. He also didn't seem too personally affected by ... «The Boot, Jun 15»
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Think twice before going to college
Thomas Walsh is a Mason resident. One hundred years ago, only 10 percent of the U.S. population had a high school diploma – none of my grandparents ... «Cincinnati.com, May 15»
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Kansas City Royals fans should think twice before eating …
Fans of the Kansas City Royals might want to think twice before feeding that hankering for a hot dog next time they're at The K. The number of critical health ... «FOXSports.com, May 15»
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Think Twice Before Getting Knee Surgery
During the 4,000-year history of medicine, doctors have done terrible things to patients. We gave them arsenic and mercury; we bled them; we made them vomit, ... «Huffington Post, May 15»

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