1
as in deliberation
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
after much consideration we decided to make an offer on the house
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2
as in compensation
something (as money) that is given or received in return for goods or services
since it was pro bono work, no consideration was made
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Recent Examples of consideration
However, Western Resource Advocates and the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project said in their filing that Xcel Energy has seen requests from large-load users withdrawn during consideration of the company’s plan.
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Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
Every product was determined to have excelled in each category by our editorial team, which is composed of in-house writers and editors as well as contributors — along with special consideration from dermatologists.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 21 July 2025
But with the Heat wrapping up summer league this past Friday, did any of the 10 unsigned players on Miami’s summer roster stand out enough to warrant consideration for a two-way contract?
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 21 July 2025
The bills have been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration, the first step in the legislative process.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 July 2025
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Judith Kohler, Denver Post, 22 July 2025
Every product was determined to have excelled in each category by our editorial team, which is composed of in-house writers and editors as well as contributors — along with special consideration from dermatologists.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 21 July 2025
But with the Heat wrapping up summer league this past Friday, did any of the 10 unsigned players on Miami’s summer roster stand out enough to warrant consideration for a two-way contract?
—Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 21 July 2025
The bills have been referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce for consideration, the first step in the legislative process.
—Rachel Treisman, NPR, 21 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consideration
Noun
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After only a few hours of deliberation, the jury ruled in Hogan’s favor, awarding him $115 million in compensatory damages and an additional $25 million in punitive damages, for a total of $140 million.—
Chris Morris,
Fortune,
24 July 2025
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In its deliberations, the court was asked to answer two questions: What obligations do states have to ensure the protection of the climate for present and future generations?—
Simmone Shah,
Time,
23 July 2025
Noun
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Reporting thresholds for Form 1099-K (for payment card and third-party network transactions), Form 1099-MISC (for payments not covered by other 1099 forms), and Form 1099-NEC (for nonemployee compensation) have been changed.—
Kelly Phillips Erb,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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With great profits came job security, prestige and hefty compensation packages, driving glamorization of STEM fields to students and early-career professionals.—
Aman Kidwai,
MSNBC Newsweek,
18 July 2025
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One 2013 study found that the sound of waves relaxed people more than soothing music, so perhaps that is what’s having an effect.—
Daisy Jones,
Vogue,
15 July 2025
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May Lower Blood Pressure In addition to its cholesterol-lowering effects, omega-3 supplements have demonstrated a potential in reducing blood pressure in clinical studies.—
Jennifer Lefton,
Verywell Health,
15 July 2025
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Their goal was to handle all of shopping—from research to payment.—
Lutz Finger,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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After a deposit payment, users will receive a confirmation email of their reservation.—
Irit Skulnik,
Baltimore Sun,
24 July 2025
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This involves directing them to a link to download remote software, open bank accounts, and then advising them that someone will be in touch from the bank fraud department.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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According to planning documents, public accounts and his own statements, Trump promised, beginning in 2006, to inject $1.5 billion into his golf project six miles north of Aberdeen.—
Kim Hjelmgaard,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
Noun
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That means a single mom waiting tables could take home an extra $1,300, while a utility worker putting in overtime after a storm won’t owe a dime on his extra pay.—
Michael Catanzaro,
The Orlando Sentinel,
21 July 2025
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Lewis will receive all his remaining pay if he is terminated after Feb. 1, 2027.—
Kirk Kenney,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 July 2025
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Keegan Bradley: This is not the big captaincy debate.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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There is an active debate about the merits of various strategies to win the competition for AI while avoiding catastrophe, but there has been less discussion about how AGI might reshape the international landscape, the distribution of global power, and geopolitical alliances.—
MATAN CHOREV,
Foreign Affairs,
22 July 2025
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The legislation would create a commission to study reparations and develop proposals.—
Deborah Barfield Berry,
USA Today,
20 June 2025
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Several states and cities have established reparations commissions to study and recommend ways to address the legacy of slavery and its continuing impact on Black communities.—
Willie Wilson,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2025
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“Consideration.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consideration. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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