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as in precaution
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as in deliberation
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Recent Examples of premeditation
With first-degree murder charges, prosecutors must show that the accused acted with premeditation or malice.
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
There is a possibility that the defense may use the schizophrenia to argue that there's no premeditation.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
District Attorney Morgan Gire joined them in urging the board to deny Bezemer’s release, citing the brutality and premeditation of the crime.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Dec. 2025
As the scuffle escalated, Banegas took out a Glock pistol and pulled the trigger, which Zaccor said was evidence of premeditation.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 15 Dec. 2025
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Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026
There is a possibility that the defense may use the schizophrenia to argue that there's no premeditation.
—Jack Smart, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025
District Attorney Morgan Gire joined them in urging the board to deny Bezemer’s release, citing the brutality and premeditation of the crime.
—Daniel Hunt, Sacbee.com, 19 Dec. 2025
As the scuffle escalated, Banegas took out a Glock pistol and pulled the trigger, which Zaccor said was evidence of premeditation.
—Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 15 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditation
Noun
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And Lemon is reportedly not the only one taking these precautions.—
Lizzie Lanuza,
StyleCaster,
13 Feb. 2026
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This precaution minimizes electrical hazards during flooding.—
Southern California Weather Report,
Daily News,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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An avatar state—fluent, tireless, and perfectly malleable—would simulate deliberation but without consequence.—
Deb Roy,
The Atlantic,
15 Feb. 2026
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Democratic deliberation is becoming market speculation.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
Noun
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The fact is, effective protection requires some forethought that takes legal, economic, and personal variables into consideration in order to withstand future pressures.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
10 Feb. 2026
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Lucy’s real flaw is and always has been a lack of capacity for forethought.—
Kathleen Walsh,
Vulture,
10 Feb. 2026
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In June 2023, the court held that race-conscious admissions programs violated the equal protection clause of the 14th Amendment, effectively curtailing the consideration of race in colleges nationwide.—
Claire Carter,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Feb. 2026
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Senate Bill 1277 would cut text limiting what counts as an ADU, essentially allowing detached ADUs with the same consideration as apartments inside a home.—
Mark Dee,
Idaho Statesman,
13 Feb. 2026
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The activist landscape will continue to evolve, demanding agility and foresight from corporate leadership.—
Sam Wolf,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The sketch comedy show — Dana Carvey’s first gig after leaving Saturday Night Live — was created by Carvey and Robert Smigel and had the foresight to cast both Steve Carell and Stephen Colbert in their first TV gigs.—
Ilana Gordon,
Entertainment Weekly,
1 Feb. 2026
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Journaling is also a great way to explore your deeper thoughts.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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Aim to share a post once a week between now and graduation, such as a story, event recap, or idea to demonstrate your engagement, perspective, and emerging thought leadership.—
Micki Meyer,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 Feb. 2026
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That’s a reflection of the island's origin story, which was defined by a group of British aristocrats in search of an off-the-grid retreat.—
Flora Stubbs,
Travel + Leisure,
5 Feb. 2026
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This interdisciplinary show brings together spoken word, visual narrative and interactive experiences in a dynamic reflection on Bronzeville’s legacy.—
Anya Sesay,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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In 2024, lawmakers passed Wood’s bill directing the Fish and Wildlife Department to conduct a study to inform a statewide cleanup strategy for cannabis grows.—
Rachel Becker,
Los Angeles Times,
12 Feb. 2026
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Xanthan and guar gum are derived from plants and are typically safe, even beneficial, according to some studies.—
Sandee LaMotte,
CNN Money,
11 Feb. 2026
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“Premeditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditation. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026.
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