takes into account

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present tense third-person singular of take into account
as in provides (for)
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) Taking into account the possibility of stormy weather, we decided to spring for a cabin instead of pitching a tent.

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Recent Examples of takes into account The new analysis takes into account how much health care costs have risen in the time between the two studies, as well the aging American population and other changes to health care policy. Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026 The framework is technology agnostic and takes into account the physical inputs need to build and operate a fusion power plant which is competitive in energy markets. Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026 Ultimately, the decision to use hormone therapy should be a discussion between doctor and patient that takes into account the patient's medical history, symptoms and values. Mara Gordon, NPR, 7 Aug. 2026 The program’s interdisciplinary approach takes into account changing interests. Francesca Pinney, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026 The top 10 list takes into account restaurants across the entire Oklahoma City area. Janae Williams, Oklahoman, 7 July 2026 Neither takes into account a person’s physical exertion, which also raises their body temperature, whether working at a construction site or playing soccer. Brian Bossak, The Conversation, 1 July 2026
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reckons with
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  • Nolan’s movie reckons with how Odysseus (Matt Damon) breaks Zeus’ law by coming up with the plan for the Trojan Horse and executing it in an attempt to sack the city of Troy through a deception.
    Zack Sharf, Variety, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Fifteen years into his career, Future reckons with the blurry line between truth and persona and loses touch with the vulnerability that made his best work so enduring.
    Alphonse Pierre, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026

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“Takes into account.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/takes%20into%20account. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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