figure on
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as in plan
to have in mind as a purpose or goal
Let's figure on leaving around 6:30.
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as in consider
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
We figure on a few setbacks along the way.
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take into account
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The wet bulb globe temperature measures heat stress in direct sunlight, taking into account temperature, humidity, wind speed and solar radiation.
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Other related rosters, such as the Billboard 200, also take into account streaming activity.
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