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
Inside Trump’s deliberations over the fate of Michael Waltz (The New York Times)
American veterans fighting in Ukraine struggle with the politics of abandonment (Military.com)
In Lithuania, 3 US soldiers found dead in an armored vehicle.
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Ellen Mitchell, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
While deliberations of the Council will be mostly behind closed doors, the Parliament uses a more open legislative process.
—Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
My wife doesn’t have time for corporate politics or endless deliberation.
—Gully Flowers, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This was intended to be a an [sic] internal and private deliberation amongst high-level senior staff and sensitive information was discussed.
—ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
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Ellen Mitchell, The Hill, 31 Mar. 2025
While deliberations of the Council will be mostly behind closed doors, the Parliament uses a more open legislative process.
—Jon McGowan, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
My wife doesn’t have time for corporate politics or endless deliberation.
—Gully Flowers, Forbes, 21 Mar. 2025
This was intended to be a an [sic] internal and private deliberation amongst high-level senior staff and sensitive information was discussed.
—ArsTechnica, 26 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for deliberation
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In an event where wind is not a consideration, Cathedral Catholic’s Jocelyn Gibson edged Patrick Henry’s Miriam Aguirre in the girls 1,600 at UC.—
Steve Brand,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
6 Apr. 2025
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Certainly, Latin American equities are certainly looking more attractive under that consideration.—
NYSE,
Quartz,
4 Apr. 2025
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In a new Good Hang podcast discussion with Abbott Elementary's Quinta Brunson, Poehler discussed developing Leslie as a character ahead of the show's 2009 pilot episode, right down to the strikingly blonde hair on her head and what that said about the character at the time.—
Joey Nolfi,
EW.com,
9 Apr. 2025
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During the discussions, hitting coaches Troy Snitker and Alex Cintrón encouraged Smith to get more into his legs and start his swing quicker, hoping the 22-year-old phenom could drive the baseball with more authority.—
Chandler Rome,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Your piercer will give you a quick consultation to discuss options, possible concerns, and the best jewelry to suit your navel, then direct you to get comfortable on the piercing table.—
Marianne Mychaskiw,
Allure,
9 Apr. 2025
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City said the decision came following a consultation meeting with fan engagement group City Matters, and related to general-admission season tickets and Premier League match-by-match tickets.—
Sam Lee,
New York Times,
9 Apr. 2025
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While the mission aims to celebrate female pioneers in space exploration, Munn's comments have sparked a broader debate about the ethics and value of high-profile space tourism amid growing environmental concerns and economic inequality.—
Samantha Mathewson,
Space.com,
6 Apr. 2025
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The debate over phones and cameras in nightlife spaces is ongoing.—
John W. Dean,
MSNBC Newsweek,
6 Apr. 2025
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Even during bad economies, when layoffs are rampant and often more justified, the results are similar — and that’s according to Bain & Company, which, ironically, consults for firms that make cuts.—
Mark Dent,
thehustle.co,
7 Mar. 2025
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The recent trip for the derm consult proved to be good and my dog is to continue with his ASIT injections.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
20 Oct. 2024
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“Deliberation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/deliberation. Accessed 16 Apr. 2025.
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