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.