as in seeing
for the reason that
considering the police have almost nothing to go on, I wouldn't expect the case to be solved anytime soon
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Relevance
1
as in regarding
to think of in a particular way
I consider him a very good friend
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2
as in contemplating
to give serious and careful thought to
carefully considering our options
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3
as in thinking
to have as an opinion
consider the price too high
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4
as in anticipating
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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5
as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of
her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers
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Recent Examples of considering
Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Magistrate Judge Reagan Jameson, who handed down the sentence, noted that the defense and prosecution teams felt the plea deal was the best conclusion to come to, considering the jury could not come to a unanimous decision.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 11 Nov. 2025
The call was a surprising one, especially considering that the East Texas woman searched the sink area several times prior to that moment and had not once spotted the ring.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Some Democrats are considering voting yes.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
For millennials and families who are looking for a practical upgrade, this is a mattress worth considering.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
The challenge is not a lack of belief but rather caution considering the global political context.
—Sanda Ojiambo, Fortune, 11 Nov. 2025
According to the agenda for the organization’s regular meeting, the board is considering James Sly, the current chief executive officer of the East County Economic Development Corporation, to serve as its next leader.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
The democratic control of a new technology like AI requires public deliberation, and such public deliberation might seem impossible considering the view held by many (and reinforced by the tech industry) that AI is very complicated.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
Verb
Most teams could use a hitter like Schwarber in the lineup, especially considering how valuable slugging has become in the modern era.
—Nelson Espinal, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Nov. 2025
Magistrate Judge Reagan Jameson, who handed down the sentence, noted that the defense and prosecution teams felt the plea deal was the best conclusion to come to, considering the jury could not come to a unanimous decision.
—Shannon Tyler, Idaho Statesman, 11 Nov. 2025
The call was a surprising one, especially considering that the East Texas woman searched the sink area several times prior to that moment and had not once spotted the ring.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 11 Nov. 2025
Some Democrats are considering voting yes.
—David Lightman, Sacbee.com, 11 Nov. 2025
For millennials and families who are looking for a practical upgrade, this is a mattress worth considering.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 11 Nov. 2025
The challenge is not a lack of belief but rather caution considering the global political context.
—Sanda Ojiambo, Fortune, 11 Nov. 2025
According to the agenda for the organization’s regular meeting, the board is considering James Sly, the current chief executive officer of the East County Economic Development Corporation, to serve as its next leader.
—Paul Sisson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025
The democratic control of a new technology like AI requires public deliberation, and such public deliberation might seem impossible considering the view held by many (and reinforced by the tech industry) that AI is very complicated.
—Literary Hub, 5 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considering
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To the extent that a reader has any questions regarding the applicability of any specific issue discussed above to his/her individual situation, he/she is encouraged to consult with the professional advisor of his/her choosing, including a tax advisor and/or attorney.—
Steve Hruby,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
10 Nov. 2025
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But that dynamic heated to a boiling point when ABC suspended the program in September, following Kimmel's brief remarks regarding the MAGA response to the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
10 Nov. 2025
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I'mPhaedra Trethan, back after a couple of college visits with my teenager, and contemplating this story over my coffee.—
Phaedra Trethan,
USA Today,
10 Nov. 2025
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Why did Tara spend hundreds of days contemplating Thomas, hair styles, loneliness?—
Katy Waldman,
New Yorker,
10 Nov. 2025
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Typing becomes editing, not thinking.—
Orianna Rosa Royle,
Fortune,
7 Nov. 2025
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And not thinking there were going to be a point of anything.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Nov. 2025
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But Wall Street is anticipating that McDonald's will report same-store sales growth for the second straight quarter, showing that its value strategy is winning over customers.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
5 Nov. 2025
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Tonight, Al Roker and his Weather Hunter team will be in attendance, anticipating a bevy of soulful classics, including oxtail, ribs, fries, mac and cheese and jerk chicken.—
Mackenzie Cummings-Grady,
Billboard,
5 Nov. 2025
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Celebrini is among many players his age who grew up admiring Jonathan Toews, who signed a one-year deal with his hometown Jets in July.—
Curtis Pashelka,
Mercury News,
8 Nov. 2025
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The Orbán-admiring Hungarian press is full of stories about how Orbán will be staying at Blair House, the official guest residence of the White House, a sign of how much things have changed since Orbán was persona non grata during the Biden years.—
Kim Lane Scheppele,
Time,
6 Nov. 2025
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Nielsen’s streaming ratings cover viewing on TV sets only and don’t include minutes watched on computers or mobile devices.—
Rick Porter,
HollywoodReporter,
6 Nov. 2025
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Within that viewing audience, Schoessel sees a great deal of crossover with his core customer.—
Jennie Bell,
Footwear News,
6 Nov. 2025
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In this bleak economic environment, professionals who have lost their jobs as a result of AI are likely pondering what their next career move should be; whether to transition into a new industry or profession, or how to beef up their arsenal of skills.—
Sawdah Bhaimiya,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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All the activity on his street Sunday left Smith pondering whether anyone’s safe these days.—
Robb Murray,
Twin Cities,
7 Nov. 2025
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The movie follows the irrepressible leader, who espoused gender and social equality while believing herself to be the female incarnation of Christ.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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Some people even swam across the mile-wide river, or walked across its ice in winter, believing that freedom and opportunity awaited them on the other side.—
Equal Justice Initiative,
USA Today,
6 Nov. 2025
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“Considering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considering. Accessed 1 Dec. 2025.
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