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 new law lays out several overarching protections for children that might seem obvious, such as the right to live in a safe and healthy environment, and appropriate safety considerations in visitation and placement decisions.
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Shannon Tyler
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
But traveling in retirement can come with challenges, including health considerations, finances, and family responsibilities.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Last September, the city released the feasibility study, outlining the site’s potential uses and evaluating considerations like parking and utilities.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Here’s a look at some of the considerations moving forward.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
The Yankees sent another infielder to the Nationals on Tuesday, trading Zack Short for cash considerations.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Zoning details, the number of wheeled cottages allowed on a lot and other considerations will be reviewed during the meeting.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Staff argued the city has a legal obligation to act in its financial best interest and that investment decisions should not be driven by political considerations.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2026
Those are appropriate considerations.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Shannon Tyler
march 27, Idaho Statesman, 27 Mar. 2026
But traveling in retirement can come with challenges, including health considerations, finances, and family responsibilities.
—Stacey Lastoe, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 Mar. 2026
Last September, the city released the feasibility study, outlining the site’s potential uses and evaluating considerations like parking and utilities.
—Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 26 Mar. 2026
Here’s a look at some of the considerations moving forward.
—Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 26 Mar. 2026
The Yankees sent another infielder to the Nationals on Tuesday, trading Zack Short for cash considerations.
—Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Mar. 2026
Zoning details, the number of wheeled cottages allowed on a lot and other considerations will be reviewed during the meeting.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 25 Mar. 2026
Staff argued the city has a legal obligation to act in its financial best interest and that investment decisions should not be driven by political considerations.
—Ryan MacAsero, Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2026
Those are appropriate considerations.
—Allen Buchanan, Oc Register, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considerations
Noun
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The White House declined to comment for this story about the deliberations with Gulf allies.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
30 Mar. 2026
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Outsourcing has not been part of budget deliberations.—
Jan Goldsmith,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The Mapletree Global Student Accommodation Private Trust, almost three years after halting regular payments to investors, finally came to an end on March 16, according to documents seen by Bloomberg News.—
Low De Wei,
Bloomberg,
26 Mar. 2026
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For months when the first day of a month falls on a weekend or holiday, these payments are issued on the last business day of the previous month, like March’s payment.—
Asher Notheis,
The Washington Examiner,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The group cites studies showing that many retailers do not pass on the full amount of the gas tax reduction to consumers.—
Matthew Daly,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Mar. 2026
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Arguably the most important filmmaker to come out of Israel in several generations and a major presence on the world-cinema scene, Lapid specializes in character studies and constant interrogations of the way that power structures (social, national, global) shape lives.—
David Fear,
Rolling Stone,
28 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Being stuck in a state of fight-or-flight increases protective muscle tension, altering movement mechanics, limiting mobility, and increasing the likelihood of compensations that can lead to pain or injury.—
Dana Santas,
CNN Money,
14 Jan. 2026
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The Suns reportedly offered Royce O'Neale and second-round compensations.—
Valentina Martinez,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 Sep. 2025
Noun
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While 5 million Australian accounts had been deactivated, a substantial number of Australian children continued to retain accounts, create new accounts and pass platforms’ age assurance systems, the report said.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Declining stock values during tax season, when more Americans than usual are checking retirement accounts, have compounded the sense of economic unease.—
Adeola Adeosun,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The report said workers in retail, manufacturing, grocery stores, gas stations and food service were more likely to have their wages garnished.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
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Of 400 Idaho Republicans surveyed across 44 counties, 66% supported raising the registration fee to $12 to increase police wages.—
Sally Krutzig,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
Noun
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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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Lower doses also mean lower spending — both for the patient (who is responsible for co-pays) and CMS.—
Mark J. Ratain,
STAT,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Considerations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerations. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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