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Recent Examples of premeditate
This was premeditated, it was planned, someone meant to kill Carlos' father.
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Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 17 May 2023
Prosecutors said the deadly attack may also have been premeditated.
—Tristan Balagtas, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023
Avila’s lawyer argued her actions were not premeditated and that her undiagnosed mental health disorder played a role.
—Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY, 2 May 2023
Prosecutors allege that the killing was premeditated, pointing to the fact that Momeni had brought a cooking knife, which police later found at the crime scene, and drove Lee to a remote location.
—Kylie Robison, Fortune, 25 Apr. 2023
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Patrick Gomez, EW.com, 17 May 2023
Prosecutors said the deadly attack may also have been premeditated.
—Tristan Balagtas, Peoplemag, 5 May 2023
Avila’s lawyer argued her actions were not premeditated and that her undiagnosed mental health disorder played a role.
—Francisco Guzman, USA TODAY, 2 May 2023
Prosecutors allege that the killing was premeditated, pointing to the fact that Momeni had brought a cooking knife, which police later found at the crime scene, and drove Lee to a remote location.
—Kylie Robison, Fortune, 25 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditate
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Augmentation pulls teachers, case managers, and maintenance workers away from their core duties, eroding programs intended to reduce recidivism and maintain humane conditions.—
Walter Pavlo,
Forbes.com,
27 Jan. 2026
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Prosecutors allege the defendants sold meal packs intended for vulnerable families overseas and exchanged millions in benefits for cash.—
Jennifer Nassour,
Boston Herald,
27 Jan. 2026
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But the new documents show that the school has been contemplating the possibility of a move for more than a year.—
Ben Bolch,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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After contemplating very deeply and carefully for many long hours attempting to discern a plausible alternative explanation for the rhetoric and the policies, what is the only thing that a reasonable person can conclude?—
Rafael Perez,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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For example, of the three priests who came here many centuries ago to fast and meditate—and who are considered the ancestors of the locals.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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The locals know it as the sacred place where ancient kahuna po'o (high priests) meditated and received wisdom.—
Sunny Fitzgerald,
Travel + Leisure,
18 Jan. 2026
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This isn’t a place designed to impress from afar; it’s meant to be felt and experienced.—
Laura Begley Bloom,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Google says the new setup is meant to reduce tab overload and interruptions.—
Neetika Walter,
Interesting Engineering,
29 Jan. 2026
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Farace visited the canal on Monday with Scibica's widow, reflecting on the impact Johnny had on the community.—
Joan Murray,
CBS News,
27 Jan. 2026
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The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously earlier this month to request that officials for LA28 provide a detailed presentation of the role the federal Olympic task force will have on the planning and implementation of the Games.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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In cross-country skiing, endurance specialists aim for glory in events such as the women’s 10 km classic and men’s 15 km freestyle, both of which deliver thrilling head-to-head action that culminates in medal ceremonies at the finish line against the snowy backdrop of Valtellina.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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The actions of Canadian coach Joe Cecchini and Bobsleigh Canada Skeleton were intentional and deliberately aimed at reducing the points available.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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“Premeditate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditate. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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