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as in precaution
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as in deliberation
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Recent Examples of premeditation
What separates vigilantism from self-defense is the spontaneity of the latter and the premeditation of the former.
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Kent Russell, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
But having our government systematically and with premeditation take away a life compromises our own humanity.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
But having our government systematically and with premeditation take away a life compromises our own humanity.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
During his press conference this week, Hochman discussed the premeditation of the brothers’ killing of their parents.
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
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Kent Russell, Harper's Magazine, 28 Feb. 2025
But having our government systematically and with premeditation take away a life compromises our own humanity.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
But having our government systematically and with premeditation take away a life compromises our own humanity.
—Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
During his press conference this week, Hochman discussed the premeditation of the brothers’ killing of their parents.
—Kevin Dolak, The Hollywood Reporter, 12 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditation
Noun
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Stay cool, drink plenty of fluids, check on relatives and neighbors, and take precautions when working or spending time outside.—
Joe Edwards,
MSNBC Newsweek,
14 May 2025
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That would explain the complete and utter disregard for the most basic standards, like taking precautions before construction and providing clean water and safe environments.—
Jay Reddick,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 May 2025
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In April, after a nearly four-week trial — and one day of deliberation — a Nassau County jury found both men guilty.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
13 May 2025
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In every era of rapid technological change, there come moments of deliberation: wait for policy or lead through practice?—
Katy Knight,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
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Ensure forethought occurs before taking action, whether disrupting an organization or running a fast break.—
Ryan Lahti,
Forbes.com,
7 May 2025
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Some approach art making intuitively, some strategically, some spontaneously, some with great forethought, deliberation, and planning.—
Tom Teicholz,
Forbes.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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The top candidate, Clifford Levy, a deputy managing editor at the Times, withdrew his name from consideration.—
Clare Malone,
New Yorker,
12 May 2025
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That these victims deserve our consideration, well wishes and financial support should not be controversial.—
Colin Pascal,
Baltimore Sun,
11 May 2025
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Bottom Line Rather than debating trade policy, today’s business leaders should focus on agility and strategic foresight.—
Greg Khojikian,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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Vaughn Hardenberg Westwood Where was the foresight?—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
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However, the 2025 study found that people with higher emotional intelligence struggled significantly less with these thoughts than others.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
17 May 2025
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Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
17 May 2025
Noun
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Each morning, stand before a steamy mirror talking to your reflection.—
Terrance Hayes,
New Yorker,
19 May 2025
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That was a harsh reflection of the balance of play across the 180 minutes.—
Michael Cox,
New York Times,
19 May 2025
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This is because genetic studies have indicated low overall genetic diversity and the presence of distinct populations shaped by historical sea-level changes during the Last Glacial Maximum, underscoring the species’ vulnerability to environmental shifts.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The study analyzed starlings from central Kenya that breed twice a year, during rainy seasons.—
Jay Kakade
May 18,
New Atlas,
18 May 2025
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“Premeditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditation. Accessed 25 May. 2025.
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