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
Reliever Trevor Richards reported for duty for the Chicago White Sox on Friday, three days after he was acquired from the Philadelphia Phillies for cash considerations.
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Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
As Mayor Todd Gloria has prepared his budget proposal for the next year, the city says its leadership has factored in a range of considerations for what to prioritize — including the results of a recent survey that led San Diego residents to give their own input.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
If not for family considerations, the Lake Norman estate would remain their primary residence, Donald Young said.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
As a result, drone warfare now encompasses significant economic considerations alongside traditional military factors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
There are numerous policy considerations that would help address these real challenges for my district and others.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
That stance could be partly down to domestic political considerations, Ciolan said.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 2 May 2026
These are all real considerations.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Beyond health considerations, cost and convenience may also be driving interest, experts note.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Jeff Vorva, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026
As Mayor Todd Gloria has prepared his budget proposal for the next year, the city says its leadership has factored in a range of considerations for what to prioritize — including the results of a recent survey that led San Diego residents to give their own input.
—Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
If not for family considerations, the Lake Norman estate would remain their primary residence, Donald Young said.
—Charlotte Observer, 9 May 2026
As a result, drone warfare now encompasses significant economic considerations alongside traditional military factors.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 8 May 2026
There are numerous policy considerations that would help address these real challenges for my district and others.
—Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026
That stance could be partly down to domestic political considerations, Ciolan said.
—David Brennan, ABC News, 2 May 2026
These are all real considerations.
—Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 1 May 2026
Beyond health considerations, cost and convenience may also be driving interest, experts note.
—Deirdre Bardolf, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerations
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Miller was not involved in the walk-back, according to two people with knowledge of the process and who requested anonymity to discuss internal deliberations.—
Michael Scherer,
The Atlantic,
11 May 2026
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The report has no binding value and is merely a synthesis of deliberations.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
9 May 2026
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How to check and file a claim A good first step is to review your IRS account transcript, which shows penalties, interest, payments, account adjustments, and refunds, according to the Taxpayer Advocate Service.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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The bill, which passed the House 78-32 last month, would allow the Bears to make special payments to local governments in lieu of higher property taxes as part of a bid to build a multibillion-dollar stadium.—
Jeremy Gorner,
Chicago Tribune,
6 May 2026
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But studies like this can influence whether patients feel like hope is worth chasing.—
Kathi Rigby,
The Orlando Sentinel,
10 May 2026
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De la Sanch, an assistant professor of environmental science and studies at DePaul University, suggests the reemergence and spread of novel viruses like hantaviruses may be due to climate change, deforestation and urbanization.—
Allison Kiehl,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 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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Just understand that if interest rates rise during these six, nine or 12 months, the CD rate won't, but the rates on the other two accounts likely will.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
11 May 2026
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Users of those services can also worry a bit less about the service provider aggressively terminating accounts.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 May 2026
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Foley, who was previously mayor in Costa Mesa, said her constituents face a host of challenges, including the rising costs of living and subpar wages for caregivers.—
Claire Wang,
Oc Register,
8 May 2026
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The Digest American Folk Art Museum workers in New York demanded better wages and benefits in a protest outside the museum’s annual gala on Wednesday night.—
Devorah Lauter,
ARTnews.com,
8 May 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 12 May. 2026.
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