premeditation

noun

Definition of premeditationnext
1
as in precaution

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2
as in deliberation

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Recent Examples of premeditation Zyere Jakay Porter was originally charged with five counts of second-degree murder with intent but without premeditation and one count of second-degree murder. — Wcco Staff, CBS News, 4 June 2026 Unlike some high-profile murder prosecutions that center on allegations of long-term planning or premeditation, Rosenthal said this case is expected to focus heavily on the events immediately surrounding the fatal confrontation. — Stepheny Price, FOXNews.com, 1 June 2026 The jury was deadlocked on the special finding that the crime was done willfully, deliberately and with premeditation, the district attorney's office confirmed to PEOPLE. — Samira Asma-Sadeque, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026 Multiple appeals over Miranda violations, court instructions, and the lack of any proof of premeditation were denied. — C. A. Bridges, Florida Times-Union, 4 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for premeditation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditation
  1. precaution
  2. deliberation
  3. forethought
  4. consideration
  5. foresight
  6. thought
  7. reflection
  8. study
Noun
  • Preventing Naegleria fowleri cases Williams said people should focus on taking precautions when entering fresh water.
    — Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026
  • In accordance with town protocol, officials suspended swimming at South Beach for several hours as a precaution, allowing personnel to assess conditions before later lifting the water restrictions.
    — Bonny Chu, FOXNews.com, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of precaution
Noun
  • The holdout The crowds of journalists and spectators became increasingly restless throughout the days of deliberations, testing the patience of staff at the Plymouth trial courthouse, a pristine legal complex surrounded by quiet fields and farmland.
    — Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026
  • The weekslong trial, followed by seven days of deliberation, ultimately resulted in a mistrial.
    — Mackenzie Chase, The Washington Examiner, 6 Sep. 2026
Definition of deliberation
Noun
  • Precisely that forethought is what personal risk management is all about.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • And the park can only be accessed by boat or float plane, so a visit to Katmai National Park and Preserve requires a decent amount of forethought.
    — Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026
Definition of forethought
Noun
  • The Giants might get something like cash considerations, a player to be named later or perhaps a teenager who is a half-decade away from even thinking about the majors.
    — Grant Brisbee, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026
  • Although no performance figures have been given, the metrics should be impressive—bolstered by carbon-fiber aero considerations developed by another English outfit, Artiglio Automotive Studio.
    — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 4 Sep. 2026
Definition of consideration
Noun
  • As Nepal grapples with the catastrophic natural disaster, Dawadi’s story has emerged as a striking example of foresight and courage.
    — Shonal Ganguly, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • During Katrina, Richard had the foresight to get cash before access to normal payment systems became a problem.
    — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of foresight
Noun
  • For one thing covetousness, as opposed to the more concrete sins like theft or murder or adultery, is a thought crime, and almost all that goes on here, happens within the minds of the characters.
    — Jessica Kiang, Variety, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Halftime thoughts The Hurricanes go into halftime with a 28-6 lead on Stanford.
    — Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of thought
Noun
  • The latest leg of the sell-off is a reflection of a mix of high government debt issuance, an oil-price shock that has reignited inflation concerns and expectations that central banks may keep monetary policy tighter for longer.
    — Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Chelsea, despite missing out on a late move for Lamine Camara, and Tottenham have improved considerably, but that is more a reflection of previous dysfunction — and a lighter schedule — than inspired recruitment.
    — Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of reflection
Noun
  • More radiation tests needed The researchers say the experiment provides a useful baseline for future irradiation studies.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
  • The study also examined whether the timing of treatment was linked to dementia risk.
    — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 4 Sep. 2026
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