as in calculated
decided on as a result of careful thought
my considered opinion is that this is the best movie I've ever seen
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as in contemplated
to give serious and careful thought to
carefully considering our options
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as in thought
to have as an opinion
consider the price too high
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as in anticipated
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
I had to consider the commute in deciding whether to take the job
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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of
her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers
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Recent Examples of considered
New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2024
If termination is still necessary, it will be seen as a fair and considered decision, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Sara Dorn, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Concealing a firearm is a separate charge and is considered a third-degree felony in Pennsylvania, according to attorney Price Benowitz's firm.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Adjective
By design and tradition, the Senate is the more considered and responsible of the two chambers of the United State Congress, seeking compromise and collaboration.
—New York Daily News Editorial Board, New York Daily News, 8 Feb. 2024
If termination is still necessary, it will be seen as a fair and considered decision, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 28 Mar. 2024
Verb
She was reportedly considered for White House chief of staff before Susie Wiles was named to the role.
—Sara Dorn, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Concealing a firearm is a separate charge and is considered a third-degree felony in Pennsylvania, according to attorney Price Benowitz's firm.
—Jonathan Limehouse, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considered
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But the retreat was a calculated one, according to the Ukrainian Center for Defense Strategies.David Axe, Forbes, 19 Dec. 2024
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His shocking testimony laid bare the extent of his calculated and prolonged betrayal.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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Poolside Gossip, regarded as the epitome of midcentury style and design, evokes lazy days by the water.Jaclyn Trop, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kaczynski was born to a working class family in 1942 and was regarded for his exceptional intelligence, graduating from high school at age 15 and going on to Harvard University on a scholarship that same year.Mary Whitfill Roeloffs, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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However, such a step is contemplated by four countries, for the Taliban’s violations of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
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With both Liv and Nia laid out, Tiffany Stratton pulled out her Money in the Bank briefcase and contemplated a cash-in.Alfred Konuwa, Forbes, 30 Nov. 2024
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Coppola recalls that the film thought by some to be the greatest ever made was really difficult to make.John Tamny, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Our team thought this was worth a deeper look.Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Small business owners tend to lean Republican and the sharp increase in confidence had been widely anticipated by economists.Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Assad’s regime vanished at a speed few anticipated.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Beginning In the 1970s, AWB became an influential act in funk and soul, admired by the likes of Marvin Gaye, James Brown and Ben E King, and topping both the Hot 100 and R&B charts.Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
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Yet Taylor admired how Dion presented herself with minimal glamour.Fred Topel, Deadline, 8 Dec. 2024
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The top speed of 218 mph went untested, but if the speedometer on one example taped on the autobahn is to believed, the LaFerrari can actually punch its way all the way to 231 mph.Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
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Jennifer had set a goal to acquire a business in 2024 and believed the right opportunity would come without forcing it.Lien De Pau, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Conclusion Government oversight and enforcement is, of course, necessary to ensure that the legal standards passed by Congress are properly implemented and respected.Joshua D. Smeltzer, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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There are things that should always be respected, and many are forgetting everything that wrestling has given them.Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 8 Dec. 2024
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“Considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considered. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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