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He told me that he was considering changing jobs.

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He told me that he was considering changing jobs.

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How to use in different contexts

Reporting News

He informed me that he's contemplating a job change.

Casual Conversation

He mentioned he's thinking about switching jobs.

Formal Setting

He indicated his consideration of alternative employment opportunities.

Speculation

I think he might be considering a new job.

Rephrased versions

Formal

He stated that he was evaluating the possibility of changing his employment.

Casual

He said he was maybe going to look for a different job.

Simpler English

He said he might get a new job.

Phrases to learn

considering changing jobs

Thinking about looking for a new job.

told me that

informed me that