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
Molly and Thomas were tried in August 2017 and found guilty of second-degree murder following a four-hour deliberation by the jury, for which they were sentenced to 20 to 25 years in prison, according to CBS News.
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Nicole Briese, People.com, 11 May 2025
Others were more critical of the committee’s deliberations.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
Jurors convicted a man Thursday in a Gary carjacker killing after more than three hours of deliberations.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
As such, the results of this list should not be used as the sole source of information for future deliberations.
—Time Staff, Time, 29 Apr. 2025
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Nicole Briese, People.com, 11 May 2025
Others were more critical of the committee’s deliberations.
—David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2025
Jurors convicted a man Thursday in a Gary carjacker killing after more than three hours of deliberations.
—Meredith Colias-Pete, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2025
As such, the results of this list should not be used as the sole source of information for future deliberations.
—Time Staff, Time, 29 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
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Florida, for example, prohibits state institutions from giving preferential consideration for employment, admission, or promotion.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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The measure, which would implement much of Trump’s second-term agenda, will now go to the Senate for consideration.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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The free site features job listings as well as mental health resources, discussion boards, and networking events.—
Terry Collins,
USA Today,
20 May 2025
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This year’s gathering, attracting more than 45,000 attendees, highlighted several transformative trends reshaping digital asset protection, with AI unsurprisingly generating the most discussion.—
Steve McDowell,
Forbes.com,
19 May 2025
Noun
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One of the best ways to understand the entire process is to schedule a consultation and review your finances with a professional.—
Jason Phillips,
USA Today,
17 May 2025
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The next consultation day is from 9 to 11 a.m. May 17.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Noun
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The future of the square has been a subject of heated debate.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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After a lengthy debate, the three moderates picked up two votes in their effort to delay those changes, not enough to win the day.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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Doctors admitted him to the hospital and ordered a neurology consult and imaging.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Anna Liotta, the author of Unlocking Generational CODES, speaks and consults with companies to navigate generational conflicts.—
Maria Ross,
Forbes.com,
30 Apr. 2025
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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