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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
Yet, enterprises still lean on siloed teams and weeks of deliberation.
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Akhilesh Sharma, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
In 2019, she was appointed to the board as one of three governors-at-large, a position created in the wake of #OscarsSoWhite to make sure that inclusion is top-of-mind in board deliberations.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 17 July 2025
And in wake of pandemic era shifts toward remote and hybrid workplaces, the perpetual deliberation over choices in parenting, work arrangements and childcare continues for all American parents.
—Sam Raus, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
After returning to deliberations, Murphy was given a second note that said the jury remained deadlocked on the first count and could not reach a verdict on the remaining counts.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2025
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Akhilesh Sharma, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
In 2019, she was appointed to the board as one of three governors-at-large, a position created in the wake of #OscarsSoWhite to make sure that inclusion is top-of-mind in board deliberations.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 17 July 2025
And in wake of pandemic era shifts toward remote and hybrid workplaces, the perpetual deliberation over choices in parenting, work arrangements and childcare continues for all American parents.
—Sam Raus, Oc Register, 13 July 2025
After returning to deliberations, Murphy was given a second note that said the jury remained deadlocked on the first count and could not reach a verdict on the remaining counts.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
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Whether individual owners can capitalize on these opportunities depends on their specific circumstances and business approach, but the industry trends and financial data make a compelling case for serious consideration.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
23 July 2025
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The high court ruled unanimously Davis' case can proceed, remanding it back to Wayne County Circuit Court for consideration.—
Arpan Lobo,
Freep.com,
23 July 2025
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Leadership Commitment When managers champion financial well-being alongside total rewards discussions and career development conversations, financial literacy and security stop being side topics.—
Marthin De Beer,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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In a news release announcing their plans for the bridge's final closure and demolition, officials said the decision came after extensive discussion.—
Madeline Heim,
jsonline.com,
15 July 2025
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During a 10-week consultation, the couple were given a sheet with statistics about what their life could be like if Jenner carried the four babies to term.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Browse through the hundreds of orchid varieties in their greenhouse or schedule a consultation for a custom arrangement with designer Irene Cherchuck.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
11 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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Treatments range from Watsu (water therapy) to guided meditation, nutrition consults, and Reiki.—
Rooksana Hossenally,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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On a gloomy Friday in January, Johnson, a nurse practitioner who treats older adults, had a hospice consult with Ellen, a patient in her 90s in declining health.—
Jariel Arvin,
Miami Herald,
21 June 2025
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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