phrase "now that I think about is used to express a sudden realization or a change in perspective after considering deeply. It indicates that the speaker has just had a new thought or insight related to the topic being discussed. This phrase is commonly used conversations and can be used in various situations.

Here are a few examples to illustrate the usage of this phrase:

1. Situation: Two friends are movie they watched together. Friend A: "I didn't really enjoy the movie." Friend B: "Now that I think about it, the plot was quite predictable."

2. Situation: A group of colleagues is discussing a project deadline. Colleague A: "We should finish the next week." Colleague B: "Now that I think about it, we might need more time to ensure quality work."

3. Situation: A couple is planning a vacation. Partner A: "Let's go to the beach for our vacation." Partner B: "Now that I think about it, mountain getaway instead."

In these examples, the phrase "now that I to introduce a revised opinion or a new perspective after reflecting on the matter. It signifies a change in the speaker's viewpoint or a realization that they hadn't considered before.

Remember or consider on reflection. For example, Come to think of it, I've got to send in my order now, or I was going to lend him a saw, but come to think of it, he already has one. [First half of 1800s]

I think both have the same meaning: "to add in my opinion, which I haven't come up with for some time now."

Let's take this as an example context:

"I like cats and dogs. [but now that I think about it,] I love deer too." "I like cats and dogs. [to think of it,] I love deer too."

I wonder if there's any difference in nuance between them.

• 2

There is no difference in nuance. In AE, we often add "come" at the start of [b] ["Come to think of it, "] but I think all 3 phrases are common.

C

come to think of it also, come to think about it

Meaning

• something that has just occurred to us as we speak
• something remembered or reflected on at this moment
• used to add something that has just been thought of
• said after a sudden realization

Example Sentences

1. Come to think of it, add potatoes and carrots to the list.
2. She always looked so frazzled, but come to think of it, so would I if I had a full-time job and three small kids.
3. I was going to catch the 5 PM train but when I came to think about it, I changed it to a later one because it’s too busy then.
4. When you come to think about it, she is far too carefree for her own good.
5. Do you think we could rearrange the meeting next week? Now I come to think about it, I have an appointment that I can’t get out of.
6. She’s probably right when you come to think about it.
7. I was so poorly after that meal last night and now I come to think about it there was garlic and onions in the sauce. No wonder, they upset my stomach.

Origin

We are not able to find any information on the history of this phrase.

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The meeting is next Tuesday, which, come to think of it, is also the date of my doctor's appointment.

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“Come to think of it.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, //www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/come%20to%20think%20of%20it. Accessed 15 May. 2024.

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