as in seeing
for the reason that
considering the police have almost nothing to go on, I wouldn't expect the case to be solved anytime soon
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Relevance
1
as in regarding
to think of in a particular way
I consider him a very good friend
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2
as in contemplating
to give serious and careful thought to
carefully considering our options
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3
as in thinking
to have as an opinion
consider the price too high
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4
as in anticipating
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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5
as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of
her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers
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Recent Examples of considering
Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Interestingly, this percentage increases to 45% when considering data from the last 3 years instead of 5.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Students for Fair Admissions sued Harvard and the University of North Carolina in cases that led to the landmark 2023 Supreme Court decision barring colleges from considering race in admissions decisions.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, the Heat are considering a reunion with a free agent former big man, according to Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun-Sentinel and Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
The city of Fort Worth is considering changing land use rules for a handful of parcels to allow buildings up to 15 stories.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
According to a source, the Heat is open to considering an extension with Powell if the start of the season goes well.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Louisville Metro Council is considering an ordinance to define and regulate new types of homeless shelters that council members hope will help expand shelter access during periods of extreme weather.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
In New York City, the city council is considering a bill that would end the city’s longstanding daylighting exemption.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Verb
Both Delta and Aeromexico said in separate statements that the carriers were disappointed by the department's decision and were reviewing the order before considering next steps.
—Leslie Josephs, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2025
Interestingly, this percentage increases to 45% when considering data from the last 3 years instead of 5.
—Trefis Team, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Students for Fair Admissions sued Harvard and the University of North Carolina in cases that led to the landmark 2023 Supreme Court decision barring colleges from considering race in admissions decisions.
—Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Fortune, 16 Sep. 2025
Now, the Heat are considering a reunion with a free agent former big man, according to Ira Winderman of The South Florida Sun-Sentinel and Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald.
—Alex Kirschenbaum, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Sep. 2025
The city of Fort Worth is considering changing land use rules for a handful of parcels to allow buildings up to 15 stories.
—Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2025
According to a source, the Heat is open to considering an extension with Powell if the start of the season goes well.
—Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2025
Louisville Metro Council is considering an ordinance to define and regulate new types of homeless shelters that council members hope will help expand shelter access during periods of extreme weather.
—Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2025
In New York City, the city council is considering a bill that would end the city’s longstanding daylighting exemption.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considering
Verb
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Details have yet to come out regarding the specifics of the policy violation.—
Andrew Ravens,
MSNBC Newsweek,
15 Sep. 2025
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The recipient of this information must make its own independent decisions regarding any securities, investment products or other financial products mentioned herein.—
Katie Stockton,
CNBC,
15 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When the San Francisco 49ers were contemplating drafting Mac Jones in 2021, the then-Alabama quarterback might have daydreamed about running an offense that included George Kittle, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel.—
Matt Barrows,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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While vocal over the years about his aversion to sell, take on a business partner or publicly list the company, rumors about Armani contemplating forming a foundation first emerged in 2012.—
Luisa Zargani,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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This comprehensive approach transforms AI from a mere tool into a thinking companion for life’s biggest questions.—
Bernard Marr,
Forbes.com,
19 Sep. 2025
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There are a lot of rooms inside that sit empty, and the team is thinking of how to expand the narrative with additional movies and setpieces.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
18 Sep. 2025
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Focus on building for the long-term by anticipating challenges and fortifying business vulnerabilities.—
Heather V. MacArthur,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
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Many are anticipating words of wisdom or premonitions from Masaryk, perhaps a warning about the impending war or the threat coming from Russia.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
17 Sep. 2025
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There was a connection right from the start that stemmed from knowing and admiring the brand for my entire life growing up in Denmark and being a member of the board of Marimekko before joining as the Creative Director.—
Stephan Rabimov,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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Sizing it up, inspecting it, admiring the craftsmanship.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
10 Sep. 2025
Verb
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But for those who simply can’t wait to watch old-era and new-era contestants battling it out for ultimate bragging rights, Probst notes that the Survivor 50 viewing experience actually begins with what is about to unfold on Survivor 49.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
18 Sep. 2025
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Tom’s appeal includes an elevated menu offering lobster tacos and craft beers and its dedication to a 360-degree viewing experience on game day, cramming each restaurant with more than 100 televisions tuned to multiple sports around the country.—
Brett Knight,
Forbes.com,
18 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The Revival Act has left some pondering what the endgame looks like for Zuffa.—
Sarah Shephard,
New York Times,
13 Sep. 2025
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Turns out Stephano was pondering beltmaking too, leading the two to partner on a new business venture creating small-batch leather pieces and metal accessories.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Yet respondents are divided overall on the effect on interest rates, with 39% believing the president action's will result in lower rates and the same percentage forecasting higher rates as a result.—
Steve Liesman,
CNBC,
16 Sep. 2025
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That’s me believing that the underneath guy can’t make the play and hopefully CeeDee will go up and get this.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
14 Sep. 2025
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“Considering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considering. Accessed 20 Sep. 2025.
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