second thought

noun

UK/ˌsek.ᵊnd ˈθɔːt/
US/ˌsek.ᵊnd ˈθɑːt/

Phrases of second thought noun

  • on second thoughts

    Used to indicate a change of mind after further consideration.

    I was going to buy the blue coat, but on second thoughts, the black one is more practical.

  • have second thoughts

    To begin to doubt a previous decision or opinion; to reconsider something.

    She began to have second thoughts about the deal just before signing the contract.

  • without a second thought

    This describes doing something immediately, without pausing to consider whether it is the right thing to do.

    When she saw the shoes, she bought them without a second thought.