1
as in considerations
a careful weighing of the reasons for or against something
gave the matter full deliberation before reaching a decision
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as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
there was a great deal of deliberation among the representatives about the wording of the public statement
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Recent Examples of deliberations
China is not currently a member of the WHO executive board, but other countries are allowed to attend its meetings and take part in its deliberations.
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Helen Branswell, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
After days of deliberations, the House justice committee voted to dismiss the impeachment complaints filed by left-wing activists and a lawyer against Marcos.
—Jim Gomez The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 5 Feb. 2026
There are different possible outcomes to the grand jury deliberations.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
After just over two hours of deliberations, the jury of seven women and five men found Routh guilty on all five counts, which included three federal gun charges and an assault on the Secret Service agent who rousted him from his hiding place.
—Juliette Arcodia, NBC news, 4 Feb. 2026
Dallas officials are inching closer to a decision about whether to leave or stay at the current City Hall site at 1500 Marilla Street, deliberations that are coinciding with the city’s efforts to keep its NBA team in town.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
As jury deliberations were underway in Heaps' trial in 2022, a juror had to be replaced by an alternate, Juror 15, and jurors were instructed to restart deliberations.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
They’re expected to continue deliberations Monday morning.
—Lauren Del Valle, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
During the board’s deliberations, member Michael Provence raised the question of whether the house should get additional consideration since the number of Colonial Revival-style cottages is declining.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Helen Branswell, STAT, 6 Feb. 2026
After days of deliberations, the House justice committee voted to dismiss the impeachment complaints filed by left-wing activists and a lawyer against Marcos.
—Jim Gomez The Associated Press, Arkansas Online, 5 Feb. 2026
There are different possible outcomes to the grand jury deliberations.
—Alexandra Glorioso, Miami Herald, 5 Feb. 2026
After just over two hours of deliberations, the jury of seven women and five men found Routh guilty on all five counts, which included three federal gun charges and an assault on the Secret Service agent who rousted him from his hiding place.
—Juliette Arcodia, NBC news, 4 Feb. 2026
Dallas officials are inching closer to a decision about whether to leave or stay at the current City Hall site at 1500 Marilla Street, deliberations that are coinciding with the city’s efforts to keep its NBA team in town.
—Devyani Chhetri, Dallas Morning News, 4 Feb. 2026
As jury deliberations were underway in Heaps' trial in 2022, a juror had to be replaced by an alternate, Juror 15, and jurors were instructed to restart deliberations.
—Jeanine Santucci, USA Today, 3 Feb. 2026
They’re expected to continue deliberations Monday morning.
—Lauren Del Valle, CNN Money, 30 Jan. 2026
During the board’s deliberations, member Michael Provence raised the question of whether the house should get additional consideration since the number of Colonial Revival-style cottages is declining.
—Ashley MacKin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberations
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The analysis compared 100 of the nation’s largest cities based on budget considerations, available activities, gift accessibility and weather forecasts.—
Katey Psencik,
Austin American Statesman,
14 Feb. 2026
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As for what-next suggestions, the Canadian team offers a set of considerations.—
Leonard David,
Space.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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While the fatalities have occurred along the Central Coast and in Northern California, the phenomenon has prompted concerns and discussions among mycological societies and amateur foragers across the Golden State.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Two years ago, PURA launched the Stakeholder Group Compensation Program, which helps families and small businesses join discussions at PURA.—
Kendall Keelen,
Hartford Courant,
8 Feb. 2026
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The same rule that bans smoking and the use of cell phones during debates, among other things, also bars the display of slogans, banners or plaques.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Legal closure, unresolved debates With the misdemeanor plea now entered, Kamau avoids a felony conviction and the uncertainty of a jury trial.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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The company offers free consultations and publishes educational resources addressing common tax-debt questions.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Costs vary based on the complexity of the case, but most reputable firms offer consultations and flexible payment plans.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
February 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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Aside from a prisoner exchange, little, if any, progress was made in the talks.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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Shein says Iran may be stalling diplomatically to see whether Washington limits talks to nuclear issues while avoiding missile constraints.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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As an industry analyst, author Bob O’Donnell works and consults with a wide range of tech companies, including T-Mobile.—
Bob O'Donnell,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Guests are able to arrange consults with local amchi—traditional Bhutanese doctors—and resident practitioners will lead mindfulness and breathwork sessions.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
1 Feb. 2026
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