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
Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
And everybody else is after those same 15 or so linemen in the draft who are considered guys that can become starters.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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These are words that reflect a more considered and customized approach in providing wellness experiences.
—Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
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Johnson is considered one of the top candidates on the market.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
And everybody else is after those same 15 or so linemen in the draft who are considered guys that can become starters.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considered
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These stories remind teams that bold ideas can emerge even from challenges, encouraging them to take calculated risks and think outside the box.Paola Cecchi-Dimeglio, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
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This is especially pivotal for those feeling stagnant or in need of change — consider this your green light to take calculated risks.Valerie Mesa, People.com, 13 Jan. 2025
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He is regarded as a potential star of the future and is a part of Nuno’s first-team squad.Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 26 Dec. 2024
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The Context Singh was regarded as a leader with integrity and was among India's longest-serving prime ministers.Tom Rogers, Newsweek, 26 Dec. 2024
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Cooper, however, barely contemplated leaving him at home and that, perhaps more than anything, summed up the bond between manager and player.Daniel Taylor, The Athletic, 2 Jan. 2025
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Armstead, who contemplated retirement after last season, has a $22 million salary cap hit next season and the Dolphins would probably prefer to develop Paul, their second-round pick.Steve Svekis, Sun Sentinel, 30 Dec. 2024
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Sleepwalkers in the 19th century were thought to have one foot in another realm and an understanding of darkness.William Earl, Variety, 26 Dec. 2024
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Getting in front of them beforehand through various forms of content such as interviews, thought leadership articles and social posts, can help alleviate the fear and build trust with your community.Jenna Guarneri, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
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As more tourists are concerned with treading more gently on the earth, sustainability is anticipated to become a bigger consideration.Robin Raven, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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For instance, investments exposed to multi-family properties experienced significant value declines when the Fed increased interest rates more rapidly than anticipated.Fred Hubler, Forbes, 31 Dec. 2024
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But that did not mean the city’s trajectory had to be admired.The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 24 Dec. 2024
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Early on, the two families got together for a youth football game, and Perri Owens admired how protective foster mom Beth Dickerson was — and how the foster mom had a no-nonsense, direct approach with the boys.Brad Schmitt, The Tennessean, 23 Dec. 2024
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Estimates of Gaza’s Christian population range from roughly 800 to more than 1,000, although hundreds are believed to have left for Egypt, Canada and Australia since the war began.Aaron Boxerman, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2024
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Bells in the church, with a gold cross on its steeple visible on Broadway and surrounding blocks, are believed to be more than 170 years old.Lucas Aulbach, The Courier-Journal, 24 Dec. 2024
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.SJ Studio, Sourcing Journal, 31 Dec. 2024
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“Considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considered. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.
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