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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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
Other considerations include matching the frame to your mattress’s thickness and leaving about 24 inches of walking space around the bed.
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Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Congress tasked the Fed with setting interest rates independent of political considerations.
—Matt Peterson, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
While there isn’t a regular cadence of rides, the Skokie Bike Network typically plans at least five or six events throughout the season, depending on weather and other scheduling considerations.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Similarly, exposure to secondhand smoke or a child’s obesity are also frequent considerations.
—Marcia Zug, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
For example, men’s suits and tuxes may not be accepted due to space considerations.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
Practical considerations Beyond its core monitoring capabilities, the LitterLens is built with everyday usability in mind.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2026
In June 2024, ICE closed the facility, citing cost considerations and policy changes under the Biden administration that reduced family detention.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The Giants also officially parted with outfielder Luis Matos, trading him to the Milwaukee Brewers for cash considerations.
—Shayna Rubin, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Mar. 2026
Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
Congress tasked the Fed with setting interest rates independent of political considerations.
—Matt Peterson, CNBC, 4 Apr. 2026
While there isn’t a regular cadence of rides, the Skokie Bike Network typically plans at least five or six events throughout the season, depending on weather and other scheduling considerations.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 2 Apr. 2026
Similarly, exposure to secondhand smoke or a child’s obesity are also frequent considerations.
—Marcia Zug, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026
For example, men’s suits and tuxes may not be accepted due to space considerations.
—Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 2 Apr. 2026
Practical considerations Beyond its core monitoring capabilities, the LitterLens is built with everyday usability in mind.
—New Atlas, 1 Apr. 2026
In June 2024, ICE closed the facility, citing cost considerations and policy changes under the Biden administration that reduced family detention.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
The Giants also officially parted with outfielder Luis Matos, trading him to the Milwaukee Brewers for cash considerations.
—Shayna Rubin, San Francisco Chronicle, 30 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerations
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Some of those players have also been suing the NCAA about eligibility limits, and their right to do that has been a major sticking point in the congressional deliberations.—
MARK LONG,
Arkansas Online,
5 Apr. 2026
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Some have also been suing the NCAA about eligibility limits, and their right to do that has been a major sticking point in the Congressional deliberations.—
Mark Long,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Apr. 2026
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Access to fuel, machinery and transportation routes often requires payments in gold to authorities or armed networks, embedding illicit production in the supply chain.—
Antonio María Delgado,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Another foundation in their name also did not make direct payments to the group during that time, according to its tax records.—
Stephen Hobbs,
Sacbee.com,
9 Apr. 2026
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Both studies found that while sports betting access overall didn't lead to significant changes in bankruptcy filings, the 2025 study found that online access did.—
Alana Wise,
NPR,
4 Apr. 2026
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Additional updates, findings, and insights will be shared as the studies continue.—
Crista Marchesseault,
Hartford Courant,
4 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 algorithm funnelled me into accounts that were making hard, scathing criticisms of Judaism as an organized religion.—
Antonia Hitchens,
New Yorker,
6 Apr. 2026
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But the accounts were actually Elletson’s personal accounts and the charges on those accounts went toward his personal expenses, including purchases during a trip to Mexico, court records show.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
6 Apr. 2026
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Once a creditor clears the legal prerequisites, nothing prevents them from simultaneously directing a writ to your employer to garnish your wages and a separate writ to your bank to freeze the cash in your account.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
10 Apr. 2026
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Across the unions, negotiations have centered on wages, staffing and working conditions.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
10 Apr. 2026
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The final version of the bill walks back many of the more drastic changes that originally appeared in HB 2, including lowering co-pays, easing up on redetermination and allowing for hardship waivers.—
Keely Doll,
Louisville Courier Journal,
2 Apr. 2026
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Additionally, 80% said all health care costs -- including premiums, deductibles, co-pays or coinsurance -- are higher.—
Mary Kekatos,
ABC News,
19 Mar. 2026
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