take (something) into consideration

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: to think about (something) before one makes a decision or forms an opinion
We will take your experience into consideration when we decide who will get the job.
Results of the study should be taken into consideration before the medication is prescribed to patients.

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“Take (something) into consideration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/take%20%28something%29%20into%20consideration. Accessed 8 Apr. 2025.

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