as in calculated
decided on as a result of careful thought
my considered opinion is that this is the best movie I've ever seen
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as in contemplated
to give serious and careful thought to
carefully considering our options
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as in thought
to have as an opinion
consider the price too high
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as in anticipated
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
I had to consider the commute in deciding whether to take the job
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as in admired
to think very highly or favorably of
her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers
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Recent Examples of considered
Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
And everybody else is after those same 15 or so linemen in the draft who are considered guys that can become starters.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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These are words that reflect a more considered and customized approach in providing wellness experiences.
—Bianca Salonga, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024
Through it all, Smith navigates his character’s many heavy situations with a careful and considered performance.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024
Verb
Johnson is considered one of the top candidates on the market.
—Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Jan. 2025
And everybody else is after those same 15 or so linemen in the draft who are considered guys that can become starters.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 6 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considered
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Others may receive information and make calculated risks based on circumstances or motivated reasoning.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Though charismatic, Will Derringer, as the US President, is at times very much oblivious to how to run a nation, while Sam Clarke is very calculated, calm, and strategic when their backs are against the wall.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
3 July 2025
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Widely regarded as the cradle of China’s LLMs, the university has cultivated an extensive talent pool and a cadre of researchers.—
Ni Tao,
Interesting Engineering,
26 Dec. 2024
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He is regarded as a potential star of the future and is a part of Nuno’s first-team squad.—
Paul Taylor,
The Athletic,
26 Dec. 2024
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Cooper, however, barely contemplated leaving him at home and that, perhaps more than anything, summed up the bond between manager and player.—
Daniel Taylor,
The Athletic,
2 Jan. 2025
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Armstead, who contemplated retirement after last season, has a $22 million salary cap hit next season and the Dolphins would probably prefer to develop Paul, their second-round pick.—
Steve Svekis,
Sun Sentinel,
30 Dec. 2024
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Getting in front of them beforehand through various forms of content such as interviews, thought leadership articles and social posts, can help alleviate the fear and build trust with your community.—
Jenna Guarneri,
Forbes,
26 Dec. 2024
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Sleepwalkers in the 19th century were thought to have one foot in another realm and an understanding of darkness.—
William Earl,
Variety,
26 Dec. 2024
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At the same time, a flood of cheap Chinese imports accelerated the trend toward deindustrialization in the United States—and did so at a rate that few, if any, fully anticipated.—
Michael B. G. Froman,
Foreign Affairs,
25 Mar. 2025
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James Blake, the tournament director, had anticipated the situation.—
Matthew Futterman,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
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As the night stretched luxuriously late, champagne glasses were topped off, diamonds admired anew, and petits fours passed to prolong the evening’s magic.—
Sasha Pinto,
Vogue,
21 Mar. 2025
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In the second story, the former Democratic nominee for vice president celebrated the falling stock value of an American company long admired for its innovation and success.—
Nicole Russell,
USA TODAY,
20 Mar. 2025
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Nobody would’ve believed that, right?—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
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Israel says as many as half of them are believed to be dead.—
Daniel Estrin,
NPR,
15 Feb. 2025
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To foster active listening within your team, organize regular check-ins free of distractions and create open forums for discussion, allowing diverse opinions to be shared and respected at all levels.—
Michael Horowitz,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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This ensures that brands can confidently order products knowing that the origins and certifications are all verified and respected.—
SJ Studio,
Sourcing Journal,
31 Dec. 2024
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“Considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considered. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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