[Grammar] what is the preposition that follow the verb "contemplate" ?

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Which is correct ?

To contemplate in xxxx OR to contemplate in xxxx?
 
I can't think of ever hearing a preposition following contemplate.

to contemplate the outcome
to contemplate going out
to contemplate what to do

(not a teacher, just a language lover)
 
Contemplate takes a direct object.

See the examples HERE.

When the word is followed by a preposition, the preposition is part of the phrase which follows:

'The situation is too horrendous to contemplate at present.'

'Contemplate for a moment the wonders of the universe.'

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