1
as in consideration
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 discussion
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 deliberation
The judge granted a defense motion to strike Ventura’s response from the court record, meaning the jury cannot consider it during deliberations.
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Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
The subcommittee's deliberations were based on a challenge filed by vice chair candidate Kalyn Free on how the election was conducted.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 13 May 2025
In April, after a nearly four-week trial — and one day of deliberation — a Nassau County jury found both men guilty.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
In every era of rapid technological change, there come moments of deliberation: wait for policy or lead through practice?
—Katy Knight, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Nicki Brown, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
The subcommittee's deliberations were based on a challenge filed by vice chair candidate Kalyn Free on how the election was conducted.
—Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 13 May 2025
In April, after a nearly four-week trial — and one day of deliberation — a Nassau County jury found both men guilty.
—Muri Assunção, New York Daily News, 13 May 2025
In every era of rapid technological change, there come moments of deliberation: wait for policy or lead through practice?
—Katy Knight, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
Noun
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The measure, which would implement much of Trump’s second-term agenda, will now go to the Senate for consideration.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
24 May 2025
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Florida, for example, prohibits state institutions from giving preferential consideration for employment, admission, or promotion.—
Ken Alltucker,
USA Today,
24 May 2025
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Similar discussions are occurring in more than a dozen states, including Maryland, Illinois, California, New York, Minnesota and Colorado, according to interviews with organizers and recordings of the meetings.—
Hannah Allam,
ProPublica,
31 May 2025
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Jack Lang Botafogo Another Brazilian side who have no interest in, and have had no discussions over, signing Ronaldo.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
31 May 2025
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The same guidelines should apply to consultations with AI.—
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The next consultations can be scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. June 7.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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The future of the square has been a subject of heated debate.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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After a lengthy debate, the three moderates picked up two votes in their effort to delay those changes, not enough to win the day.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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Through Safe in the Seat’s free car seat finder tool, online courses, helpful videos, personalized consults, and daily doses of safety tips and tricks, Michelle is empowering caregivers to keep their most precious cargo safe in the seat.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Doctors admitted him to the hospital and ordered a neurology consult and imaging.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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