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as in consideration
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
gave the matter full deliberation before reaching a decision
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
there was a great deal of deliberation among the representatives about the wording of the public statement
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Recent Examples of deliberation
Earlier alterations were made incrementally, and only after much deliberation.
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Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
The deliberation quickly spiraled into Snow and Altamirano debating whether a town hall was necessary.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
While the United States walked out of April’s deliberations over a draft agreement, Russia and Saudi Arabia joined in its dissent at the time by voting against the measure.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Zimmerman argued the jurors comparing those images is the most prejudicial issue in terms of the misconduct during deliberations.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Adam Gopnik, New Yorker, 25 Oct. 2025
The deliberation quickly spiraled into Snow and Altamirano debating whether a town hall was necessary.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Oct. 2025
While the United States walked out of April’s deliberations over a draft agreement, Russia and Saudi Arabia joined in its dissent at the time by voting against the measure.
—Jasmin Malik Chua, Sourcing Journal, 21 Oct. 2025
Zimmerman argued the jurors comparing those images is the most prejudicial issue in terms of the misconduct during deliberations.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
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Other ethical considerations will arise as the watches go into production.—
Oscar Holland,
CNN Money,
6 Nov. 2025
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Coming out of Toronto, she was immediately put into awards consideration.—
Andreas Wiseman,
Deadline,
6 Nov. 2025
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But alongside discussion of the hottest AI startups and new breakthroughs, Goldman Sachs had to set the record straight on one question.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
9 Nov. 2025
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Which makes for interesting discussion, this week and beyond, when the selection committee convenes.—
Joe Rexrode,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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How to Request a Precise Quote A reliable cost estimate begins with a virtual consultation.—
Daniel Fusch,
USA Today,
3 Nov. 2025
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The King’s decision follows behind-the-scenes discussions, legal consultation and support from the wider royal family to bring about a resolution without imposing on Parliamentary time.—
Meredith Kile,
PEOPLE,
30 Oct. 2025
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China’s apparent surge in missile production comes as the US expends sophisticated defense systems in Ukraine and Israel, causing some ammunition shortages and sparking debate in Washington about how and where to deploy its high-end weapons.—
Tamara Qiblawi,
CNN Money,
7 Nov. 2025
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Since the advent of the transfer portal and the rise of name, image and likeness (NIL), there have been countless debates about how to create and adjust a system to establish guardrails when necessary.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
7 Nov. 2025
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The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Abby Frank,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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For small businesses, simplicity wins—a clear offer like ‘buy one, gift one’ or a free consult lowers the barrier for first-time buyers and gives them a reason to pick you over a big-box store.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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