1
as in deliberations
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 payments
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 considerations
The Cubs acquired Lopez from the Rockies for cash considerations Thursday.
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Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
These considerations center on orbital dynamics.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2026
These considerations led us to add the volume The Unknown Kerouac, with early journals and translations from the joual, to our ongoing multivolume Kerouac edition.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The outlet noted that economic impact, how often they'll be worn, and how fans feel about the jerseys will all be key considerations in deciding if, and perhaps when, the jerseys will be worn.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Given those considerations, the likely replacement should Iran withdraw is not Italy but the United Arab Emirates, the next-best team in the Asian qualifying tournament.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The group hired Keen Independent Research, a national arts, culture, and economic consulting firm, to conduct a feasibility study of the museum concept, including the cost, size, operating budget estimates, and location considerations.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
For journalists, this kind of reporting can pose challenges, such as the establishment of secure communication channels and considerations about surveillance of their own activities.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Barring other dietary considerations, that meant a person weighing 150 pounds (68 kg) should aim to get around 54 grams a day.
—Rich Bellis, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 25 Apr. 2026
These considerations center on orbital dynamics.
—Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 25 Apr. 2026
These considerations led us to add the volume The Unknown Kerouac, with early journals and translations from the joual, to our ongoing multivolume Kerouac edition.
—Literary Hub, 24 Apr. 2026
The outlet noted that economic impact, how often they'll be worn, and how fans feel about the jerseys will all be key considerations in deciding if, and perhaps when, the jerseys will be worn.
—Ryan Morik, FOXNews.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Given those considerations, the likely replacement should Iran withdraw is not Italy but the United Arab Emirates, the next-best team in the Asian qualifying tournament.
—Los Angeles Times, 23 Apr. 2026
The group hired Keen Independent Research, a national arts, culture, and economic consulting firm, to conduct a feasibility study of the museum concept, including the cost, size, operating budget estimates, and location considerations.
—Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Apr. 2026
For journalists, this kind of reporting can pose challenges, such as the establishment of secure communication channels and considerations about surveillance of their own activities.
—Florian Wintterlin, Encyclopedia Britannica, 23 Apr. 2026
Barring other dietary considerations, that meant a person weighing 150 pounds (68 kg) should aim to get around 54 grams a day.
—Rich Bellis, NBC news, 11 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerations
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The split decision came after tense deliberations, with jurors initially sent back after one member broke ranks during polling, forcing further discussion before a final verdict was reached.—
Stepheny Price,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2026
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If the time window passes without a decision, the petition is considered denied, and local prosecutors would then begin their re-filing deliberations.—
Robert Salonga,
Mercury News,
27 Apr. 2026
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Lower mortgage rates may help unlock more inventory, as homeowners with ultra-low pandemic-era loans may be more willing to give up their cheap monthly payments.—
Samantha Delouya,
CNN Money,
29 Apr. 2026
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The recent realignment that added more schools to all four power conferences, reduced restrictions on transfers and the advent of NIL payments all have combined to consolidate the talent at the biggest schools.—
Josh Dubow,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson created the ad hoc committee in an effort to improve Measure ULA after some studies showed the initiative is having a negative effect on housing development.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
25 Apr. 2026
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When cannabis is consumed, external cannabinoids enter the body and bind to the same receptors as natural endocannabinoids, which may impair sperm quality and reproductive function, according to previous studies.—
Shiv Sudhakar,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2026
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In everyday life, prolonged sitting, poor posture and repetitive movements can all create weak links in your muscular system that trigger compensations.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
3 Apr. 2026
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Mobility work can help lengthen tight muscles and reduce the chances of these compensations happening in the first place.—
Jenny McCoy,
SELF,
1 Apr. 2026
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The group’s official social media accounts confirmed the news on Sunday, April 26.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
27 Apr. 2026
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Read the accounts from other NPR journalists here.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
27 Apr. 2026
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This cost is nominally shared between employers and employees, but workers bear the real burden through both paycheck deductions and forgone wages.—
Jordan Bruneau,
Boston Herald,
25 Apr. 2026
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Before investing millions more yen in robotic experiments, the next policy response might be to meaningfully lift wages as part of a broader effort to restore dignity and status to the work itself.—
Catherine Thorbecke,
Twin Cities,
25 Apr. 2026
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Tax revenue from sports gambling pays for water projects across the state.—
Noelle Phillips,
Denver Post,
24 Apr. 2026
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Just to cover the city’s various bond measures, the owner of a home with an assessed value of $1 million pays around $1,145 annually.—
Shomik Mukherjee,
Mercury News,
13 Apr. 2026
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“Considerations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerations. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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