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
During deliberations, the jury asked to review the lyrics twice — including just hours before sentencing Broadnax to die.
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Jamie Landers, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.
—CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Councilmembers Seth Smith and Yadira Altamirano declined to participate in deliberations intended to direct staff on the process for a permanent ordinance to strengthen tenant protections, citing concerns that Mayor Alysson Snow had a potential conflict of interest.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The New York Times reported this week that the Assembly of Experts, a body tasked with selecting Khamenei’s replacement, was considering announcing Mojtaba as his father’s successor after meeting for deliberations.
—Jasmine Green, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
The jury in Brasser’s trial began deliberations Wednesday afternoon, only deliberating for about an hour.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The jury is expected to begin deliberations Tuesday morning.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
The official said on condition of anonymity to discuss internal administration deliberations.
—Brian Melley, Austin American Statesman, 1 Mar. 2026
Jamie Landers, Dallas Morning News, 9 Mar. 2026
The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.
—CBS News, 7 Mar. 2026
The verdict after only a couple hours of deliberations followed a weeklong trial that included remarkable testimony from Merchant himself.
—ABC News, 6 Mar. 2026
Councilmembers Seth Smith and Yadira Altamirano declined to participate in deliberations intended to direct staff on the process for a permanent ordinance to strengthen tenant protections, citing concerns that Mayor Alysson Snow had a potential conflict of interest.
—Hannah Elsmore, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The New York Times reported this week that the Assembly of Experts, a body tasked with selecting Khamenei’s replacement, was considering announcing Mojtaba as his father’s successor after meeting for deliberations.
—Jasmine Green, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
The jury in Brasser’s trial began deliberations Wednesday afternoon, only deliberating for about an hour.
—Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 5 Mar. 2026
The jury is expected to begin deliberations Tuesday morning.
—Eric Levenson, CNN Money, 2 Mar. 2026
The official said on condition of anonymity to discuss internal administration deliberations.
—Brian Melley, Austin American Statesman, 1 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberations
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The official spoke on condition of anonymity because they weren’t authorized to discuss the private considerations for the firing.—
Rebecca Santana,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Florida made just two minor trades, both with the Minnesota Wild — sending veteran defenseman Jeff Petry and unspecified future considerations to Minnesota for forward Vinnie Hinostroza and a conditional 2026 seventh-round pick (which could become a fifth-round pick).—
Jordan McPherson,
Miami Herald,
7 Mar. 2026
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In his talks with employees, Provost frequently cites those same Chinese manufacturers as an example for the kind of agility and efficiency Renault should aspire to, said the people, who asked not to be named because the discussions are private.—
Albertina Torsoli,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
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May 21 – June 20 Certain discussions could unlock a smoother day.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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The seven-time winning Lambda Literary Award finalist released her memoir in 2018, in the midst of the rapidly intensifying cultural and legal debates around trans rights.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Mar. 2026
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The legalization, set to trigger gambling in neighborhoods across the city, was not a major focus of budget debates.—
Alice Yin,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Mar. 2026
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The Starlinks still leave streaks in telescope images, but SpaceX has, after consultations with the astronomy community, managed to reduce the satellites' brightness by using less reflective materials and tilting reflective components like solar panels away from Earth.—
Tereza Pultarova,
Space.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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Hair transplant surgery to address baldness typically costs between from $5,000 to $15,000 depending on number of grafts needed and involve repeat consultations and adjustments, Sethi said.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
8 Mar. 2026
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Back in January, Bloomberg reported on talks between Alphabet and Stonepeak to create a joint venture that would include Astound.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
12 Mar. 2026
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The company is in talks to raise new funding at a valuation of more than $60 billion, the Information has reported.—
Iris Kwok,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Mar. 2026
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Daya has a private practice in Los Angeles and consults with athletes in a wide range of sports from youth to professional, as well as business leaders, doctors, and musicians.—
Daya Grant,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2026
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Alongside her team, this pioneering expert consults with the FBI to solve the most baffling and elusive cases.—
Rosy Cordero,
Deadline,
3 Mar. 2026
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“Deliberations.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberations. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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