contemplation

noun4

1. •
   The act of contemplating; being highly concentrated in thought; musing.

   • Mr. Pickwick congratulated the fortunate owner of the irresistible garments on their acquisition; and Mr. Peter Magnus remained a few moments apparently absorbed in contemplation. — 1836
2. •
   Holy meditation.

   • Whilst he roamed about with his flocks, through ice and snow, communion with his God in prayer, and quiet contemplation, were his portion. — 1851
3. •
   The act of looking forward to a future event.
4. •
   The state of being considered or planned.

   • He concludes: "This letter is written in contemplation of legal proceedings, and is a pre-action protocol letter within the meaning of the Civil Procedure Rules 1998." — 2020