on a second thought vs on second thoughts

Both "on a second thought" and "on second thoughts" are incorrect. The correct phrase is "on second thought" without the article "a". This phrase is commonly used in English to indicate reconsideration or a change of opinion.

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on a second thought

This phrase is incorrect in English.

The correct phrase is "on second thought" without the article "a".

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on a second thought
On a second thought, get over here.
On a second thought.
You get on a plane without a second thought.
I mean, I put these on this morning without a second thought.
I didn't give that boy a second thought; he was just collateral damage.
You didn't give me a second thought.
We promise to be loyal to you without a second thought.
The Empire would abandon this ship without a second thought.
You dropped me without a second thought.
We haven't given it a second thought.
I never gave a second thought as to who might live here.
They'd blow our heads off without a second thought.
I never gave it a second thought.
Those people, they murdered Francesco without a second thought.
The Master will eliminate you without a second thought.
Someone who could kill you without a second thought.
She locked up her old captain without a second thought.
Sent me packing without a second thought.
You see, I had a second thought about that clock.
She'll burn this bloc down without a second thought.

Alternatives:

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on second thoughts

This phrase is incorrect in English.

The correct phrase is "on second thought" without the plural form of "thoughts".

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