as in to consider
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
you should factor in inflation in making investment decisions
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for factor (in or into)
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Please consider supporting local journalism and getting unlimited digital access.—
Leah Olajide,
Freep.com,
23 Aug. 2025 -
Still, The Athletic reported in early August that the club was not considering a Plan B.—
Dermot Corrigan,
New York Times,
22 Aug. 2025
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Winning the fight to keep Gibbs-White at the club was viewed as a massive victory, particularly by the Forest manager, who regarded the midfielder as being impossible to replace.—
Paul Taylor,
New York Times,
15 Aug. 2025
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While the arcade version of Night Striker is regarded rather fondly in Japan, its Mega CD port was notoriously terrible, which this collection inexplicably includes, although as part of a separate DLC pack.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
15 Aug. 2025
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While the Louisville plant expansion will initially employ fewer workers than currently, Ford anticipates future growth and no layoffs, with some workers potentially taking buyouts or transferring.—
Olivia Evans,
The Courier-Journal,
12 Aug. 2025
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Attendance at the always popular Wilson County Fair has exploded after its partnership with the Tennessee State Fair, and big crowds are anticipated again this year with new rides, competitions and exhibits.—
Andy Humbles,
The Tennessean,
12 Aug. 2025
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“Factor (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factor%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 25 Aug. 2025.
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