Come to think of it

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Used when you remember or understand something while you are speaking.

I was going to go shopping, but come to think of it, I don't really need anything.
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Colloquial

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Reflective Moment

Indicates the speaker is reconsidering or just realized something during the conversation.

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We could watch a movie, come to think of it, didn't we see that one already?
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Conversation Flow

Often used to smoothly change the direction or topic within a conversation.

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She's very talented, and come to think of it, her brother is a great musician too.
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Colloquial Reminder

Signals a spontaneous memory or point that supports or contradicts the current discussion.

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His advice was helpful, but come to think of it, he had a different agenda.
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