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Recent Examples of premeditate
This was premeditated, it was planned, someone meant to kill Carlos' father.
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Patrick Gomez,
EW.com,
17 May 2023
Prosecutors said the deadly attack may also have been premeditated.
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Tristan Balagtas,
Peoplemag,
5 May 2023
Avila’s lawyer argued her actions were not premeditated and that her undiagnosed mental health disorder played a role.
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Francisco Guzman,
USA TODAY,
2 May 2023
Prosecutors allege that the killing was premeditated, pointing to the fact that Momeni had brought a cooking knife, which police later found at the crime scene, and drove Lee to a remote location.
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Kylie Robison,
Fortune,
25 Apr. 2023
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Patrick Gomez,
EW.com,
17 May 2023
Prosecutors said the deadly attack may also have been premeditated.
—
Tristan Balagtas,
Peoplemag,
5 May 2023
Avila’s lawyer argued her actions were not premeditated and that her undiagnosed mental health disorder played a role.
—
Francisco Guzman,
USA TODAY,
2 May 2023
Prosecutors allege that the killing was premeditated, pointing to the fact that Momeni had brought a cooking knife, which police later found at the crime scene, and drove Lee to a remote location.
—
Kylie Robison,
Fortune,
25 Apr. 2023
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditate
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The end of Temporary Protected Status — a program intended to protect people in the event of a natural disaster — heightened concerns about deportation to a country that is reeling after twin earthquakes from June 24.
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If Washington intends to withdraw forces, assets or capabilities, allies need a roadmap and a timeline.
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Emergency experts working day and night contemplated various entry and exit routes from the nearest accessible access point, about 75 feet away from where Gil was trapped.
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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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In the clip, the pair meditate while wearing matching Norway jerseys and soccer apparel.
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Not everyone needs to journal, and there’s more than one way to meditate.
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So Balogun had drawn a red card in the round-of-32 win over Bosnia & Herzegovina, meaning he would be suspended for the following game — Monday’s match.
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There, the hotel’s overarching theme of kisetsukan, meaning seasonal awareness, is felt most evidently at Iñaki.
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How to explain the free time that Jefferson had on his hands on what is now billed as one of the most consequential days in US history?
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In her moving podcast, Ursula shares her family's story and explores the generational trauma and lasting impact the Vietnam War has on veterans.
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In Cañon City, Colorado, authorities are aiming for a 20% to 30% reduction in water use while asking residents to voluntarily conserve outdoor water consumption.
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Those conversations helped fuel Soto-Martínez’s decision in late April to push for a ballot proposal aimed at giving noncitizens the right to vote in city and school district elections.
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“Premeditate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditate. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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