under consideration

idiom

: being thought about and discussed
Her suggestion is still under consideration by the committee.

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As with 1820 Ventures, Cook’s other clients made significant contributions to Hogsett’s campaign around the time their projects were under consideration — at least $154,500 from 2021 to 2024. IndyStar, 13 Oct. 2025 Permanent signage changes are also under consideration, the county said, but no roadwork is planned to shore up the shoulders. Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2025 But being concerned about prices at restaurants — or other commercial transactions under consideration — seems reasonable. Judith Martin, Mercury News, 30 Sep. 2025 The other tract under consideration abuts Anglin Drive, next to Weston Gardens, a nursery and garden center with a botanical garden and event venue. Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for under consideration

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“Under consideration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20consideration. Accessed 19 Oct. 2025.

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