factor in

British  

verb

1. (tr, adverb) to take account of (something) when making a calculation

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factor in Idioms  

1. Figure in, include as a basic element. For example, In preparing the schedule we factored in vacation and sick days. This term comes from mathematics. [Mid-1900s]

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factor in

As ever, another major factor in assessing the potential longevity of the Commonwealth Games will be the response from fans.

From BBC ● Jul. 23, 2026

Another factor in her long career is the love and support she gets from her Matsuyama colleagues, she said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

While the incident is still being investigated, the Sheriff’s Office said in its news release that “excessive speed is believed to be a contributing factor in the collision.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026

Sources close to Spahn told Focus magazine that US regulations aimed at protecting women were a decisive factor in the couple's decision to go there for a surrogate mother.

From Barron's ● Jul. 18, 2026

No other coloring played a major factor in my calculations.

From "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty