consideration (kənˌsɪdəˈreɪʃən
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Definitions
noun
- the act or an instance of considering; deliberation; contemplation
- See take into consideration
- See under consideration
- a fact or circumstance to be taken into account when making a judgment or decision
- See on no consideration
- thoughtfulness for other people; kindness
- payment for a service; recompense; fee
- thought resulting from deliberation; opinion
- law the promise, object, etc, given by one party to persuade another to enter into a contract
- estimation; esteem
- See in consideration of
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I think he didn't want to disturb you...' `Glad there's someone who's got some consideration.
, CASCADES - THE DAY OF THE DEAD (2001)NET Passport system raise legal issues and therefore require further consideration '.
Spiked (2002)However, the presence of the Army Ordnance officer suggests that sending a small bomb disposal unit might be under consideration.
Irish Times (2002)John Love, finance director, noted £4m of the £49m consideration was deferred.
Glasgow Herald (2001)The US quietly dropped the proposal in 1950, after Congress kept delaying its consideration.
, THE AGE OF CONSENT (2003)