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as in precaution
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as in deliberation
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Recent Examples of premeditation
From the point of view of the prosecutor, this put to rest the defense’s contention that the family’s murders were the result of an alter ego or depression, but clear evidence of premeditation.
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Matthew Stolle, Twin Cities, 2 Aug. 2025
Prosecutors say that some of his alleged gruesome internet searches took place before Ana Walshe died, indicating premeditation.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 2 Aug. 2025
First-degree murder can require proof of premeditation and specific intent to kill in a criminal case.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
But that would require proof of intent and convincing a jury of premeditation.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 4 July 2025
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Matthew Stolle, Twin Cities, 2 Aug. 2025
Prosecutors say that some of his alleged gruesome internet searches took place before Ana Walshe died, indicating premeditation.
—Flint McColgan, Boston Herald, 2 Aug. 2025
First-degree murder can require proof of premeditation and specific intent to kill in a criminal case.
—Peter D'abrosca, FOXNews.com, 17 July 2025
But that would require proof of intent and convincing a jury of premeditation.
—Andy Humbles, The Tennessean, 4 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditation
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As a security precaution, YubiKey firmware is not upgradable by users.—
PC Magazine,
PC Magazine,
5 Oct. 2025
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The bomb squad will clear the vehicle as a precaution, KTLA reported.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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By denying a rehearing, the case returns to Allf for further deliberations.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Foreign policy might be central to the Supreme Court deliberations.—
Nora Gamez Torres,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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And unlike some TikTok hacks that require new products or gimmicky gadgets, this one costs absolutely nothing and requires no special effort beyond a few minutes of forethought.—
Alesandra Dubin,
Southern Living,
2 Oct. 2025
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But every revision has only added to skepticism that there was ever any real forethought.—
Matthew Sedacca,
Curbed,
17 Sep. 2025
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The recommendation will now go to the Louisville Metro Council for its consideration.—
Killian Baarlaer,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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Things to Consider While Ezekiel bread is a healthy bread choice, there are some considerations to take into account for certain people.—
Angelica Bottaro,
Verywell Health,
2 Oct. 2025
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The series was expressly marked as preparation for Australia’s full tour in 2027 (hooray, finally some selection foresight), but those runs might not go unnoticed in the more immediate future.—
Sam Dalling,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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This strategy must rest on rigor and foresight, not speed.—
Kathryn Huff,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Oct. 2025
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That’s where Chase focused his thoughts on what needs to come next.—
Paul Dehner Jr,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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While speaking during a panel discussion at the event, Howard opened up about her time directing episodes of Ahsoka specifically — as well as her thoughts on the upcoming second season.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
5 Oct. 2025
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The 89-minute movie includes a music video, behind-the-scenes footage, lyric videos and Swift’s personal reflections on songs from the album, according to AMC’s website.—
Auzinea Bacon,
CNN Money,
4 Oct. 2025
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Through routines that include reflection, healthy expression and even community support, someone can make sustainable changes after profound experiences as a result of psychedelic effects.—
Sonia Singh,
Rolling Stone,
3 Oct. 2025
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Just last month, a series of public meetings was held throughout the region looking at the results of a study aimed at helping residents figure out how to cope with that rapid growth.—
Juan Cordoba,
Arkansas Online,
5 Oct. 2025
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Her attorney, Jim Campbell, said Colorado is pointing to studies that lump together the kind of counseling Chiles wants to do with shock therapy and other aversive treatments that have been used in the past.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
5 Oct. 2025
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“Premeditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditation. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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