1
as in considerations
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 discussions
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 deliberations
But two people with knowledge of the matter, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss sensitive internal deliberations, said Secretary of State Marco Rubio relied on a provision of the Immigration and Nationality Act of 1952 that gives him sweeping power to expel foreigners.
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Minho Kim, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2025
The New York Times first reported the deliberations.
—arkansasonline.com, 6 Mar. 2025
The jury reviewed the trial testimony of a former Circle Bank chief executive during its deliberations, said Linda Lam, a plaintiff’s attorney.
—Richard Halstead, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
In 2011, after more than 10 hours of jury deliberations, she was acquitted of murder but convicted of providing false information to law enforcement.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
This bill includes vital provisions such as requiring central committees to adhere to the Maryland Open Meetings Act, thereby ensuring that their deliberations and voting are transparent.
—Liza Smith, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2025
One hopes that the threats of tariffs are meant to strengthen a negotiating hand in trade deliberations, but the more likely scenario is rising costs through the system.
—Jerrold Lundquist, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Before the jury began deliberations Friday, George Lenard, Czuba’s defense attorney, tried to poke holes in the prosecution’s case.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
The 2024 City of Milwaukee budget was a reprieve from the cuts that have long dominated the annual fall deliberations.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Minho Kim, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2025
The New York Times first reported the deliberations.
—arkansasonline.com, 6 Mar. 2025
The jury reviewed the trial testimony of a former Circle Bank chief executive during its deliberations, said Linda Lam, a plaintiff’s attorney.
—Richard Halstead, The Mercury News, 6 Mar. 2025
In 2011, after more than 10 hours of jury deliberations, she was acquitted of murder but convicted of providing false information to law enforcement.
—N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 5 Mar. 2025
This bill includes vital provisions such as requiring central committees to adhere to the Maryland Open Meetings Act, thereby ensuring that their deliberations and voting are transparent.
—Liza Smith, Baltimore Sun, 1 Mar. 2025
One hopes that the threats of tariffs are meant to strengthen a negotiating hand in trade deliberations, but the more likely scenario is rising costs through the system.
—Jerrold Lundquist, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
Before the jury began deliberations Friday, George Lenard, Czuba’s defense attorney, tried to poke holes in the prosecution’s case.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 28 Feb. 2025
The 2024 City of Milwaukee budget was a reprieve from the cuts that have long dominated the annual fall deliberations.
—Alison Dirr, Journal Sentinel, 15 Feb. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberations
Noun
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This sounds simple, but there are many considerations, including addressing risks such as bias and ethical issues.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes,
5 Jan. 2025
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Moreover, preserving open dialogue, ethical considerations, and collaboration will be vital as organizations navigate the balance between innovation and tradition.—
Ethan Stone,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
Noun
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That decision now appears set to haunt them There were no discussions about ending Sterling’s loan early, and no clause to allow an early termination anyway.—
Jordan Campbell,
The Athletic,
16 Mar. 2025
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The agreement follows discussions between President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador and Secretary of State Marco Rubio about housing migrants in El Salvador's notorious prison.—
arkansasonline.com,
arkansasonline.com,
16 Mar. 2025
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If some of these steps begin to bear fruit, consultations could begin on multiple tracks.—
Samuel Charap,
Foreign Affairs,
24 Dec. 2024
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Making a Difference Daniel Alain customers often fly to the brand’s picturesque Newport Beach, CA headquarters for personal consultations before making a purchase.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes,
20 Dec. 2024
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“Deliberations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberations. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.
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