consider
verb (used with object)
to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on.
has been considering
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present perfect progressiveof consider (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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OpenAI, Anthropic’s chief rival, has been considering a 2026 listing, though some people familiar with the matter say it could be pushed until 2027.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
Albania’s environmental regulations are now under fire from the EU, which has been considering whether to admit Albania for years.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 11, 2026
Trump has been considering candidates for Fed chair that include White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett and former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Powell, whose term as chair ends in May.
From MarketWatch ● Dec. 29, 2025
The motion goes on to say that as the council has been considering ways to honour Queen Elizabeth II, renaming it after her could be a "fitting tribute".
From BBC ● Nov. 24, 2025
Ms. Barry has been considering the faces of people standing below us.
From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins
