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considering

American  
[kuhn-sid-er-ing] / kənˈsɪd ər ɪŋ /

preposition

  1. taking into account; in view of.

    The campaign was a great success, considering the strong opposition.


adverb

  1. Informal. with all things considered considered (used only after the statement it modifies).

    He paints very well, considering.

conjunction

  1. taking into consideration that.

    Considering they are newcomers, they've adjusted very well.

considering British  
/ kənˈsɪdərɪŋ /

preposition

  1. in view of

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adverb

  1. informal all in all; taking into account the circumstances

    it's not bad considering

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conjunction

  1. (subordinating) in view of the fact that

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Other Word Forms

  • unconsidering adjective

Etymology

Origin of considering

consider + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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I’m sure the economics nerds will say that doesn’t count, but I think it’s a parallel worth considering.

From Salon • Apr. 4, 2026

Experts suggest re-evaluating risk, considering low beta, high dividend stocks, or “picks and shovels” companies benefiting from AI capital expenditure.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

The Shakers, with their signature spare style, have had an outsize impact on material culture, considering their numbers—a peak estimated at 6,000 members in the mid-19th century—and segregation from the world.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026

Paige, 22, a student at the University of Salford, is considering buying LimePrime for her twice weekly commute into Manchester city centre to her weekend hospitality job, which she often finishes late at night.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

What's more, Adams let it be known that he was considering either Jefferson or Madison to head the delegation—in effect, including the leadership of the Republican party in the shaping of foreign policy.

From "Founding Brothers: The Revolutionary Generation" by Joseph J. Ellis