1
as in considered
decided on as a result of careful thought
the judge made a deliberate decision to impose the maximum sentence
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2
as in conscious
made, given, or done with full awareness of what one is doing
a deliberate act of vandalism that should not go unpunished
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as in to contemplate
to give serious and careful thought to
the jury deliberated the case for three days before returning a verdict
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Recent Examples of deliberate
Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The use of vibrant colors and natural imagery was deliberate, according to the chaplains, and decided in consultation with Johnson and prayerbook designer Rachel Jackson.
—Marla Brown Fogelman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2025
Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2025
With the maximum tax rate set, Mayor Watson said council would begin deliberating next week over amendments to Broadnax’s draft budget.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
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Adjective
Like all Taylor Swift eras, every single element is deliberate, contributing to a grander symphony.
—Valerie Mesa, People.com, 14 Aug. 2025
The use of vibrant colors and natural imagery was deliberate, according to the chaplains, and decided in consultation with Johnson and prayerbook designer Rachel Jackson.
—Marla Brown Fogelman, Sun Sentinel, 12 Aug. 2025
Verb
The jury deliberated for about seven hours, split by a night at home, before indicating in two notes to Judge Lee Gabriel that the panel was unable to reach a verdict.
—Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2025
With the maximum tax rate set, Mayor Watson said council would begin deliberating next week over amendments to Broadnax’s draft budget.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 1 Aug. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberate
Adjective
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At a time where equality is treated as an imposition on the other, Claire’s careful and considered story feels more relevant than ever.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
6 Aug. 2025
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Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Be aware of your surroundings: If running outdoors, be conscious of holes on trails, traffic on streets, or others around you.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
8 Aug. 2025
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Luhn, an experienced hiker, was found conscious after nearly a week in the wilderness.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
6 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The bottom line is downright depressing: short of a direct U.S. military intervention that no serious analyst would contemplate, Trump’s toolkit to will a Ukraine peace deal into existence is bare.—
Daniel DePetris,
Time,
7 Aug. 2025
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Hodges has been contemplating his future, talking with God to figure things out.—
La Risa R. Lynch,
jsonline.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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Thus, the spin-off is not merely a structural reorganization but a calculated pivot to enhance operational efficiency, financial performance, and shareholder returns.—
Joe Cornell,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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One former Republican staffer, who previously served in senior roles on Capitol Hill and now lives in Georgia, sees Kemp’s decision as a calculated move to preserve autonomy, not ambition.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
1 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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The program is voluntary for anyone who has Part D, such as a stand-alone plan or coverage included in a Medicare Advantage plan.—
Diane Omdahl,
Forbes.com,
7 Aug. 2025
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At the time, Commissioner Dave Young and former Commissioner Pat South asked the development’s owner to levy voluntary impact fees to offset initial costs for new students.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Michael Bier of Foul Territory TV also pondered a division with the Royals, Rangers, Astros and Cardinals.—
Pete Grathoff,
Kansas City Star,
18 Aug. 2025
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Thomas and Irish director Mark Cousins pondered over the state of the film industry during a 90-minute conversation, which also covered Harvey Weinstein, Harry Cohn and Thomas’ time spent with some of the biggest filmmakers in history.—
Lily Ford,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Aug. 2025
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Yet closing the funding gap for female founders will still require intentional investment at all stages.—
Liz Elting,
Forbes.com,
13 Aug. 2025
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But the sensational framing obscures what's really happening: design flaws dressed up as intentional guile.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
13 Aug. 2025
Verb
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Ohio lawmakers debated everything from home grow restrictions to penalizing passengers who smoke in the car.—
Haley BeMiller,
The Enquirer,
17 Aug. 2025
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And Just Like That … Club, our subscriber-exclusive newsletter obsessing over, dissecting, and debating everything about season three.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
15 Aug. 2025
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“Deliberate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberate. Accessed 22 Aug. 2025.
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