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
Annie Nova, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
In a world often focused on visibility and performance, Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage presents a considered vision of modern perfumery, one that values intimacy, familiarity, and the profound human experience of scent.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
This year’s market marks the 115th run of what is considered the oldest farmers market in Illinois, city officials said.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
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Adjective
Credit scores, which impact people's ability and costs to borrow, typically range from 300 to 850, with around 670 and higher considered good.
—Annie Nova, CNBC, 20 Feb. 2026
In a world often focused on visibility and performance, Odyssey Mandarin Sky Vintage presents a considered vision of modern perfumery, one that values intimacy, familiarity, and the profound human experience of scent.
—Maria Williams, USA Today, 7 Feb. 2026
Verb
Neutering and spaying unhoused cats is considered a humane way of dealing with the exploding population.
—Stephen Underwood, Hartford Courant, 8 June 2026
This year’s market marks the 115th run of what is considered the oldest farmers market in Illinois, city officials said.
—Linda Girardi, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for considered
Adjective
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Yii-Jan Lin, a professor of New Testament at Yale Divinity School and author of the book Immigration and Apocalypse, views the video as a calculated provocation.—
Jason DeRose,
NPR,
26 May 2026
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Leaders who create positive narratives, inspire confidence and stay calm during challenging times help create an environment where employees feel safe to take calculated risks.—
Kapil Jain,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2026
Verb
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With or without Donald, the Rams are regarded as a favorite to win Super Bowl LXI, which will be played in February at SoFi Stadium.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 June 2026
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Going into the conference, Tao regarded Lean, software that allows mathematical proofs to be written and checked as computer code, as a complicated program that would take months to learn.—
Quanta Magazine,
Quanta Magazine,
8 June 2026
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The landowners contemplated building a combination gas station/convenience store, but the property wasn’t quite large enough, Barry said.—
Jim Woods,
Chicago Tribune,
3 June 2026
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Setting the table Regional leaders contemplated that very possibility before the West Sacramento minor league park was ever built.—
Chris Biderman,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Chris plays things on the mandolin that people never thought were possible.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2026
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During 40 days of war with the US and Israel, Iran showcased its ability to send ballistic missiles to areas previously thought untouchable.—
CNN Staff,
CNN Money,
29 May 2026
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The project is anticipated to generate $310,655 in grant funding for the housing finance corporation, Hennig said.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
2 June 2026
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Any midfield exits will require replacements, and a departure for Joe Willock, who is entering the final year of his contract, is anticipated, while Sandro Tonali may also leave if Newcastle’s financial demands are met, meaning up to two midfielders may be required.—
James McNicholas,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
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As two of the most famous pop songwriters in the world, Swift and McCartney have admired each another’s work from afar over the years.—
Charisma Madarang,
Rolling Stone,
3 June 2026
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The mural stood for nearly three decades before workers began painting over it last month, causing an uproar among residents who admired the mural’s grand scale and message of ocean conservation.—
Russ Bynum,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
Adjective
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None are credible challengers; Matt Conroy is the more reasoned and moderate of the three.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Feb. 2026
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This is a time for cool, calm and reasoned debate, and for legislators to think through the consequences of legislation put forth.—
Bobby Zirkin,
Baltimore Sun,
15 Jan. 2026
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The Spurs are known for their physicality, but many believed that Wemby should’ve been called for fouls in these cases.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
9 June 2026
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Which is how Tony Alford woke up in early March to discover that Dobbins had called his cell at 3 in the morning, Ann Arbor time.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
9 June 2026
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“Considered.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considered. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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