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consider

verb
con·​sid·​er | \ kən-ˈsi-dər How to pronounce consider (audio) \
considered; considering\ kən-​ˈsi-​d(ə-​)riŋ How to pronounce considering (audio) \

Definition of consider

transitive verb

1 : to think about carefully: such as
a : to think of especially with regard to taking some action is considering you for the job considered moving to the city
b : to take into account The defendant's age must be considered.
2 : to regard or treat in an attentive or kindly way He considered her every wish.
3 : to gaze on steadily or reflectively The old gentleman considered him attentively.— Edith Wharton
4 : to come to judge or classify consider thrift essential
5 : regard His works are well considered abroad.
6 : suppose I consider it's best that he left when he did.

intransitive verb

: reflect, deliberate paused a moment to consider
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consider, study, contemplate, weigh mean to think about in order to arrive at a judgment or decision. consider may suggest giving thought to in order to reach a suitable conclusion, opinion, or decision. refused even to consider my proposal study implies sustained purposeful concentration and attention to details and minutiae. study the plan closely contemplate stresses focusing one's thoughts on something but does not imply coming to a conclusion or decision. contemplate the consequences of refusing weigh implies attempting to reach the truth or arrive at a decision by balancing conflicting claims or evidence. weigh the pros and cons of the case

Examples of consider in a Sentence

We are considering you for the job. She refused to consider my request. He seriously considered changing careers. The jury has considered the evidence and reached a verdict. The policy was well researched and well considered. Please consider what I've said. We never considered the possibility that the plan could fail. He paused a moment to consider before responding. You have to consider that he is only three years old. When you consider how long she worked there, it's surprising that she would leave so suddenly.
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Recent Examples on the Web

 Shoppers, many of whom are celebrities or at least good-looking enough to be one, may be seen taking Irish moss as a blood purifier and considering gin’s effect on the skin. — Los Angeles Times, "Column: We’re thoughtful about what we eat. How come we’re thoughtless about what we share online?," 9 Sep. 2019 But the applications don’t capture the creative shift now underway in how materials scientists consider liquids. — Wired, "Unusual Fluids Flip, Twirl, and Redefine How Liquids Work," 9 Sep. 2019 The start is still impressive, considering Mentor did it last year with an Ohio State tackle in Ryan Jacoby and Michigan State tackle in Nick Samac bookending the offensive line. — Matt Goul, cleveland.com, "Olmsted Falls maintains its bite; why Brunswick’s chain has stronger links: HS football quick hits," 9 Sep. 2019 Prominent among the many factors considered by these investors are community and employee engagement, philanthropic commitment and social purpose. — Bruce Deboskey, The Denver Post, "On Philanthropy: In the eyes of business leaders, “social purpose” has replaced “shareholder capitalism”," 8 Sep. 2019 Allen, considered the favorite for Mr. Football because QBs and UK commits tend to get more votes, lit up the scoreboard by completing 23 of 33 passes for 455 yards and five touchdowns. — James Weber, Cincinnati.com, "Week 2 takeaways: Turnarounds continue for Hamilton, Talawanda; Mr. Football showdown," 8 Sep. 2019 McNeese State might not be able to stay with Oklahoma State for very long, so consider taking the UNDER when the odds are released as only one team is likely to do much of the scoring in this contest. — Marcus Mosher, USA TODAY Sportsbook Wire, "McNeese State Cowboys at Oklahoma State Cowboys odds, picks and best bets," 7 Sep. 2019 Before considering any incentives, city staff have hired Hotel Appraisers and Advisors LLC to conduct the feasibility study of a 112-room hotel on the site, Brown said. — Jennifer Johnson, chicagotribune.com, "Preliminary plans for 112-room hotel on Higgins Road pass Park Ridge City Council," 7 Sep. 2019 But the AfD’s performance in eastern Germany has dramatically lowered the bar for what other parties consider success. — The Economist, "Germany’s ruling parties have escaped electoral disaster," 7 Sep. 2019

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First Known Use of consider

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

History and Etymology for consider

Middle English, from Anglo-French considerer, from Latin considerare to observe, think about, from com- + sider-, sidus heavenly body

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consider

verb
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English Language Learners Definition of consider

: to think about (something or someone) carefully especially in order to make a choice or decision
: to think about (something that is important in understanding something or in making a decision or judgment)
: to think about (a person or a person's feelings) before you do something in order to avoid making someone upset, angry, etc.

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consider

verb
con·​sid·​er | \ kən-ˈsi-dər How to pronounce consider (audio) \
considered; considering

Kids Definition of consider

1 : to think over carefully : ponder, reflect He should consider moving.
2 : to treat in a kind or thoughtful way You never consider my feelings.
3 : to think of in a certain way : believe I consider vacation a good time to do some reading.

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