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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
gave the matter full deliberation before reaching a decision
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
there was a great deal of deliberation among the representatives about the wording of the public statement
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Recent Examples of deliberation
The trial ended on March 24, 2025, and the jury began deliberations the following day, per KX News.
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Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
At the commissioners’ meeting, the motion passed unanimously after just two minutes of deliberation.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 4 June 2026
The Denver jury convicted Omara on two counts of first-degree murder after deliberation and one count of second-degree assault, according to court records.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
That resulted in a delay when the jury asked a question during its deliberations, meaning the panel was kept waiting on an answer.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
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Caroline Blair, PEOPLE, 4 June 2026
At the commissioners’ meeting, the motion passed unanimously after just two minutes of deliberation.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 4 June 2026
The Denver jury convicted Omara on two counts of first-degree murder after deliberation and one count of second-degree assault, according to court records.
—Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 3 June 2026
That resulted in a delay when the jury asked a question during its deliberations, meaning the panel was kept waiting on an answer.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 2 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
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Beyond the practical considerations like stadium sites and financing, experts say the MLB will also examine cities’ demographics and corporate presence.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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That’s becoming a more expensive consideration because AI tabs are starting to rack up.—
Jake Angelo,
Fortune,
29 May 2026
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While e-bikes may have sparked the discussion, the possible ordinance would also apply to bikes, scooters and skateboards.—
Terell Bailey,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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Still, Bartos argues the pace and scope of reform changed dramatically once the United States began applying pressure through budget negotiations and funding discussions.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
6 June 2026
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Screen Producers Australia has lodged a 22-recommendation submission to the Australian government’s National Cultural Policy consultation, putting the market power of streaming platforms over independent producers at the center of its push for structural reform.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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As a result, what might once have been considered a minor issue may now involve diagnostic imaging, specialist consultations or prescription medications that quickly add up.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, and agribusiness lobbies do not need to defeat MAHA in public debate.—
Ed Gaskin,
Boston Herald,
30 May 2026
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What the candidates have said about affordability The candidates offered their ideas for making California more affordable during debates in April and May as well as on their websites.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
30 May 2026
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Michael Gregory does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Michael Gregory,
The Conversation,
4 June 2026
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Talcove consults with the government on tracking illicit funds.—
Laura Geller,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 12 Jun. 2026.
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