1
as in considerations
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 discussions
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 deliberations
The White House declined to comment for this story about the deliberations with Gulf allies.
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ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Outsourcing has not been part of budget deliberations.
—Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
After more than 40 hours of deliberations, a majority of jurors agreed and awarded her $3 million in damages.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps now dominates Iran’s internal deliberations to a degree unprecedented even under Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
After more than 40 hours of deliberations, a majority of jurors agreed and awarded her $3 million in damages.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Wednesday’s verdict in Los Angeles on the ninth day of jury deliberations shows the difficulty of ascribing how much social media is to blame for youths suffering varying degrees of distress.
—Bloomberg, 25 Mar. 2026
In California, a jury already is sequestered in deliberations on whether Meta and YouTube should be liable for harms caused to children using their platforms.
—Morgan Lee, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
As of February, the talks were still in their early stages, said the person who asked not to be identified because the deliberations are private.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026
ABC News, 30 Mar. 2026
Outsourcing has not been part of budget deliberations.
—Jan Goldsmith, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
After more than 40 hours of deliberations, a majority of jurors agreed and awarded her $3 million in damages.
—Arkansas Online, 26 Mar. 2026
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps now dominates Iran’s internal deliberations to a degree unprecedented even under Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
—Thomas Wright, The Atlantic, 26 Mar. 2026
After more than 40 hours of deliberations, a majority of jurors agreed and awarded her $3 million in damages.
—Kaitlyn Huamani, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2026
Wednesday’s verdict in Los Angeles on the ninth day of jury deliberations shows the difficulty of ascribing how much social media is to blame for youths suffering varying degrees of distress.
—Bloomberg, 25 Mar. 2026
In California, a jury already is sequestered in deliberations on whether Meta and YouTube should be liable for harms caused to children using their platforms.
—Morgan Lee, Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026
As of February, the talks were still in their early stages, said the person who asked not to be identified because the deliberations are private.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 23 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberations
Noun
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The new law lays out several overarching protections for children that might seem obvious, such as the right to live in a safe and healthy environment, and appropriate safety considerations in visitation and placement decisions.—
Shannon Tyler
March 27,
Idaho Statesman,
27 Mar. 2026
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But traveling in retirement can come with challenges, including health considerations, finances, and family responsibilities.—
Stacey Lastoe,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 Mar. 2026
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Mayor John Laesch said that, although discussions are still in their early stages, the property owner has seemed interested in working with the city or a nonprofit to get the sign lit back up, and also possibly donating the sign to the city.—
R. Christian Smith,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Mar. 2026
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European defense officials are also in advanced discussions to escort tankers through the Strait of Hormuz once the war ends, sources told the New York Times.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
29 Mar. 2026
Noun
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These are sacred debates reflecting the unfinished work of liberation.—
Jesse Jackson Jr,
Chicago Tribune,
2 Apr. 2026
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There may be some debates, election posturing and shenanigans along the way.—
Staff reports,
AJC.com,
2 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The directors’ lab will support filmmakers preparing their first features, while the writers’ lab will offer workshops, table reads, peer mentorship and one-on-one consultations to help emerging screenwriters refine their scripts.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
26 Mar. 2026
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The process for patients to get approval to die involves submitting two requests in writing followed up by consultations with medical professionals not previously involved in the case.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Since contract talks began in November 2024, Wells Fargo said, its has spent more than 140 days at the negotiating table with union representatives at various branches.—
Chase Jordan
April 2,
Charlotte Observer,
2 Apr. 2026
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Pakistan and Afghanistan’s Taliban governments have resumed peace talks in China, Pakistani officials tell AP.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Gingrich 360 consults with various companies in the health care industry that would be affected by health care transparency reforms.—
Bobby Jindal,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Apr. 2026
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The position consults with medical, social work, rehabilitation, education, nursing, custody and other personnel regarding program planning and evaluation and the development of direct and indirect services — with medical and other clinical consultation as necessary.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Deliberations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberations. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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