1
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
The verdict comes after the jury began deliberations Wednesday afternoon in the high-profile civil case.
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Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2025
After much deliberation and a state-wide vote in 1958, the Arizona State College became Arizona State University.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Enacted in 1917, it is designed to ensure adequate deliberation in lawmaking.
—The Detroit News Editorial Board, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
Local media, citing the court, reported the jurors stayed in the same hotel as police and prosecutors for the majority of their deliberations.
—Reuters, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
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Meredith Deliso, ABC News, 6 Nov. 2025
After much deliberation and a state-wide vote in 1958, the Arizona State College became Arizona State University.
—Paige Moore, AZCentral.com, 6 Nov. 2025
Enacted in 1917, it is designed to ensure adequate deliberation in lawmaking.
—The Detroit News Editorial Board, Twin Cities, 6 Nov. 2025
Local media, citing the court, reported the jurors stayed in the same hotel as police and prosecutors for the majority of their deliberations.
—Reuters, NBC news, 5 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
Noun
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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 17 Nov. 2025.
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