premeditation

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Recent Examples of premeditation Both the defense and prosecution argued the issue of premeditation during their closing arguments on Thursday, a week after the trial began. Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 23 Jan. 2026 In California, to obtain a first-degree murder conviction, prosecutors must prove intent and premeditation. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 14 Jan. 2026 With first-degree murder charges, prosecutors must show that the accused acted with premeditation or malice. Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for premeditation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for premeditation
Noun
  • The shelter is also urging pet owners to take precautions at home.
    Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Self did miss a game in January against Colorado, when he was taken to a hospital as a precaution, the school noted at the time.
    Scott Thompson, FOXNews.com, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Some of those players have also been suing the NCAA about eligibility limits, and their right to do that has been a major sticking point in the congressional deliberations.
    MARK LONG, Arkansas Online, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Revisions to the cone have been the subject of great debate and deliberation among the hurricane science community.
    Dinah Voyles Pulver, USA Today, 5 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Chosen without these considerations, what begins as a fun hobby project can quickly turn into a money pit, so some forethought is necessary.
    Anthony Reardon, Kansas City Star, 25 Feb. 2026
  • But making carrot cake pancakes—a twist on the South’s favorite spring dessert—requires a bit more forethought.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • Other considerations include matching the frame to your mattress’s thickness and leaving about 24 inches of walking space around the bed.
    Sharon Brandwein, USA Today, 4 Apr. 2026
  • Whether the pullback is technical or fundamental Another consideration is whether gold's recent drop actually signals a true turning point or is simply a reset after a rapid climb.
    Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • That foresight is not an accident.
    Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 17 Mar. 2026
  • It is increasingly viewed as an ongoing dialogue, one that blends financial planning with communication, values, and foresight.
    Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 14 Mar. 2026
Noun
  • The brain bug's intrinsic ick factor is undeniably high, but using their proboscises to suck thoughts directly from the brains of their unfortunate victims is a pretty neat party trick.
    Richard Edwards, Space.com, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Peet did also have thoughts on how to expand upon her character’s growth and the nature of her burgeoning relationship with Sam.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The 41 countries represented came from all continents except Antarctica, a reflection of the global tremors from a war that has sparked shortages of fuel and fertilizer and higher prices for food far beyond the Middle East.
    Jill Lawless, Los Angeles Times, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The president's annual budget more broadly is considered a reflection of the administration's values and does not carry the force of law.
    ABC News, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Julia Gomez is a Trending reporter for USA TODAY and covers popular toys, scientific studies, natural disasters, holidays, and trending news.
    Julia Gomez, USA Today, 2 Apr. 2026
  • The school integrates four years of rigorous academics with four years of professional work experience through its corporate work study program.
    Christina Mayo, Miami Herald, 2 Apr. 2026

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“Premeditation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/premeditation. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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