as in to consider
to think of in a particular way
you could call the comment mean-spirited, but I do not look on it that way at all
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The dispute ended up before the Supreme Court, and Chief Justice John Roberts put that deadline on hold to allow the high court more time to consider the matter.—
Jacob Rosen,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025 -
Legal representatives for Nelly urged the judge presiding over the case to consider delaying the dismissal and holding St. Lunatics accountable for the legal charges incurred.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
10 Apr. 2025
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The warning was released on Saturday at 6:11 p.m., and the last update regarding this incident was released on Saturday at 6:15 p.m.—
Kansas City Star Bot,
Kansas City Star,
5 Apr. 2025
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And the commenters and past visitors of the Silos are expressing nothing short of excitement regarding the launch of the handy bar.—
Sophia Beams,
Better Homes & Gardens,
5 Apr. 2025
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Congress might also call on President Biden to ban TikTok under the IEEPA.—
Emily Baker-White,
Forbes,
14 Feb. 2023
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Kia customers can also call customer care at 1-800-333-4542 or check out owners.kia.com/us/en/kia-owner-portal.html.—
Saleen Martin,
USA TODAY,
14 Feb. 2023
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The poll, which was conducted before Tuesday’s election, found that both Trump and Musk are viewed more negatively than positively and are largely rated similarly by Americans overall.—
Amelia Thomson-Deveaux,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Those raised in poverty become accustomed to setbacks, viewing them as integral parts of life's journey.—
Jaime Catmull,
Forbes.com,
3 Apr. 2025
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We've been spoiled by laptop battery life over the last year or two; almost 14 hours now counts as merely average.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
10 Apr. 2025
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Four minutes later, Messi struck again, and this one counted.—
Michelle Kaufman,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2025
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In China, markets fluctuated as investors responded to the White House clarifying that the level of tariffs on Chinese goods is now 145% -- not 125% as previously believed.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Jones believes the debate will only end when lawmakers take action.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
11 Apr. 2025
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Many individuals feel too stressed or busy will avoid treating themselves, according to a study by Cornell SC Johnson College of Business published in the Journal of Consumer Research.—
Kate Wieczorek,
Forbes.com,
29 Mar. 2025
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By getting a sneak peek at the course, McIlroy aims to feel more relaxed and focused during the tournament week.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
28 Mar. 2025
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Officially launched at the end of the year, the collection brings Louboutin’s signature design codes to life in eyewear form—think bold architectural lines, sensual curves, and unmistakable touches of red.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
14 Apr. 2025
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Miami Hurricanes football coach Mario Cristobal made clear to anyone who was thinking of trying to pull off a name, image and likeness (NIL) hold out that it would not be tolerated.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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“Look (on or upon).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/look%20%28on%20or%20upon%29. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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