in consideration of
Idioms-
In view of, on account of, as in We turned back in consideration of the worsening weather . [First half of 1500s]
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In return for, as in She received an honorarium in consideration of her key contributions . [c. 1600]
Example Sentences
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Min Aung Hlaing granted their release to mark a public holiday on Monday "in consideration of the peace of mind of the general public as well as on humanitarian grounds", the government statement said.
From Barron's ● Mar. 2, 2026
"Chronic pain needs to be managed within the context of the patients' blood pressure, especially in consideration of the use of pain medication that may adversely affect blood pressure," said Jones.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 17, 2025
We are trying to build our pros-and-cons list in consideration of this money-saving idea.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 5, 2025
“However, I think it is important to not get overly swept up in the process and to act appropriately in consideration of expert opinion.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 8, 2025
"I ask the court to be lenient, in consideration of his age," says the attorney.
From "The Boy Who Dared" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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