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as in mattering
to be of importance
evidence that will weigh heavily against the defendant
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as in pondering
to give serious and careful thought to
weighed the options for weeks before making a decision
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Recent Examples of weighing
Teams weighing the value of an exemplary playoff track record and leadership qualities also had to reconcile his age and injury history.
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Sam Blum, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
The companies say they are disappointed and disagree with the decision and are currently weighing their options going forward.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
The scientists worked their way through the animal, starting with external measurements, weighing its blubber, and cutting into it to identify various muscles.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
In a separate case this term, the court is weighing Biden administration restrictions on nearly untraceable firearms, known as ghost guns.
—Justin Jouvenal and Ann E. Marimow The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Judges weighing plea deals typically do not upend them over issues that the parties to the agreement have not disputed.
—Mike Spector, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
The department is also weighing allowing small airlines to pay less compensation than large ones.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Tudor Dixon, who secured the Republican nomination in 2022, is reportedly weighing another campaign.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Republicans are also weighing proposals to bolster domestic energy production as part of the first package.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024
Sam Blum, The Athletic, 11 Dec. 2024
The companies say they are disappointed and disagree with the decision and are currently weighing their options going forward.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 11 Dec. 2024
The scientists worked their way through the animal, starting with external measurements, weighing its blubber, and cutting into it to identify various muscles.
—Lex Harvey, CNN, 10 Dec. 2024
In a separate case this term, the court is weighing Biden administration restrictions on nearly untraceable firearms, known as ghost guns.
—Justin Jouvenal and Ann E. Marimow The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Judges weighing plea deals typically do not upend them over issues that the parties to the agreement have not disputed.
—Mike Spector, USA TODAY, 6 Dec. 2024
The department is also weighing allowing small airlines to pay less compensation than large ones.
—Jason Fields, Newsweek, 5 Dec. 2024
Tudor Dixon, who secured the Republican nomination in 2022, is reportedly weighing another campaign.
—Mark R. Weaver, Newsweek, 4 Dec. 2024
Republicans are also weighing proposals to bolster domestic energy production as part of the first package.
—Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 4 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for weighing
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All of which, with this week’s verdict, may see Blumhouse and Netflix pondering a follow-up film to Our Father, or not.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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With the MasterChef Christmas specials featuring Wallace now no longer airing following sustained pressure, BBC bosses will be pondering what to do next.Max Goldbart, Deadline, 6 Dec. 2024
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His sentencing also takes into account the time already served since his May arrest, meaning he could be released in approximately 12 months, according to his legal team.Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 11 Dec. 2024
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The tax credits will also become refundable for the first time in the upcoming budget year, which begins on July 1, meaning the state will pay companies cash for any credits that exceed their tax liability.Taryn Luna, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
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By contemplating the ethical dimensions of AI, we are reminded of the importance of addressing the challenges people worldwide face today.Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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During the holiday season and the start of the New Year, workers often find themselves at a crossroads, contemplating a job change or career pivot.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 9 Dec. 2024
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Among those whom Dickson called when considering Posen was Domenico De Sole, the chairman of Tom Ford International, who had underwritten, along with Ford, Posen’s second runway show in 2002.Irina Aleksander, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
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Detectives are still examining Mangione's writings but are considering the contents of the notebook to represent a confession, sources said.Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Kendra suggests her Chocolate Mouse for a Party recipe that is primed for entertaining a large crowd and guarantees everyone will get a scoop.Bon Appétit, Bon Appétit, 11 Dec. 2024
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By the mid-1990s, public health leaders were entertaining the possibility that the STI could be eliminated.Benjamin Ryan, NBC News, 12 Nov. 2024
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When accusations arise questioning Sara’s intentions to empower the girls, her identity is put in turmoil.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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According to a criminal complaint, Mangione began shaking after the question and he was taken into custody for questioning.Liam Quinn, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
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By analyzing your target consumer data and behavioral patterns, AI can generate visuals that best resonate with your specific audience.Fatima Yusuf, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These changes were informed by 3-language surveys analyzing the preferences of more than 40 Eastern Europeans.Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
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Defense acquisition is one of the arms of government that tech startups are eying most eagerly.Axios, Axios, 10 Dec. 2024
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Abrams also is directing his first feature in years with a mystery WB film, which is eying start of production at the beginning of 2025.Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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