as in seeing
for the reason that
considering the police have almost nothing to go on, I wouldn't expect the case to be solved anytime soon
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as in regarding
to think of in a particular way
I consider him a very good friend
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as in contemplating
to give serious and careful thought to
carefully considering our options
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as in thinking
to have as an opinion
consider the price too high
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as in anticipating
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
I had to consider the commute in deciding whether to take the job
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as in admiring
to think very highly or favorably of
her well-considered novels have seldom been best sellers
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Recent Examples of considering
Abhik Biswas,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The Facebook parent is also considering selling raw computing capacity à la neocloud companies like CoreWeave, according to the report.
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Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Without considering objects, understanding history is incomplete, leaving people today disconnected from those who lived it.
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Katherine Ott,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
City officials began considering the use of a TIF district in November.
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Ilana Arougheti
july 2,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd said Minnesota was considering selecting Duke wing Isaiah Evans with the 28th pick in this week’s NBA Draft, prior to the Wolves sliding back five selections due to the Julius Randle trade.
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Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
25 June 2026
That’s key considering the film’s hard-to-classify nature, in which Early, first of all playing a woman, portrays an aspiring food influencer and content creator who is struggling with an eating disorder.
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Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
24 June 2026
Both rums are available now in limited numbers at select retailers, and are actually priced pretty affordably considering their age statements and limited production.
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Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Kelly is also considering a 2028 run for president.
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Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Verb
Why Overreaction Is Dangerous The immune analogy becomes especially useful when considering failure modes.
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Abhik Biswas,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
The Facebook parent is also considering selling raw computing capacity à la neocloud companies like CoreWeave, according to the report.
—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
2 July 2026
Without considering objects, understanding history is incomplete, leaving people today disconnected from those who lived it.
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Katherine Ott,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
City officials began considering the use of a TIF district in November.
—
Ilana Arougheti
july 2,
Kansas City Star,
2 July 2026
Timberwolves general manager Matt Lloyd said Minnesota was considering selecting Duke wing Isaiah Evans with the 28th pick in this week’s NBA Draft, prior to the Wolves sliding back five selections due to the Julius Randle trade.
—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
25 June 2026
That’s key considering the film’s hard-to-classify nature, in which Early, first of all playing a woman, portrays an aspiring food influencer and content creator who is struggling with an eating disorder.
—
Brian Welk,
IndieWire,
24 June 2026
Both rums are available now in limited numbers at select retailers, and are actually priced pretty affordably considering their age statements and limited production.
—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
24 June 2026
Kelly is also considering a 2028 run for president.
—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for considering
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The local health department is responsible for the initial investigation of consumer complaints regarding foods served or sold at retail food facilities, according to the California Department of Public Health.
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Mora’s attorneys say Giumarra has not provided documents regarding its license to the nectarine variety.
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With a new album out this summer—her first in a decade—Madonna’s reemergence on the pop scene has left many of us contemplating her ultimate place in its firmament.
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The embarrassing episode also amplified questions about whether, in fact, Alito is contemplating retirement, a possibility some court watchers had already been discussing.
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Going into my 18th year of teaching, my biggest goal is re-creating that experience of thinking critically for oneself and studying literature through a critical lens.
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Nearby, Mariana Roufett packed boxes of humanitarian aid while thinking about her childhood friend and her family, who remain missing.
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The agency is anticipating 29 rocket launches and 28 moon landings during the third phase.
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The outdoor restaurants are anticipating a refresh in spring 2026, but in the meantime, the beachside Arrecifes Seafood & Steakhouse remains worthy of a meal.
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In April 2026, Alcock shared photos on Instagram of them together in Kyoto, admiring the cherry blossoms and hiking.
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Scotland coach Steve Clarke grew up admiring Brazil after watching the dominance of the 1970 team featuring Pelé.
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In a time of profound uncertainty, early Americans watched it closely despite poor viewing conditions.
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Nielsen now captures out-of-home viewing far more extensively than in either prior cycle, which flatters every 2026 number.
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Bravo is sipping its cuppa and pondering what to do about those interesting ladies across the pond.
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Some viewers appear to enjoy seeing the princess in modern settings, pondering over what could have been if her life wasn't cut short.
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After spending the entire film believing that killing Krem will finally bring her peace, Ruthye is forced to confront whether vengeance will actually heal her — or simply continue the cycle of violence.
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Both leaders prioritized people, believing that caring for employees leads to exceptional customer and patient service.
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“Considering.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considering. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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