consider
verb (used with object)
to think carefully about, especially in order to make a decision; contemplate; reflect on.
were considering
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past progressiveof consider.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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Two years ago, again at Wimbledon, it appeared officials were considering defaulting Medvedev for an outburst towards umpire Eva Asderaki-Moore.
From BBC ● Oct. 6, 2026
Prosecutors also were considering charging at least one individual.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 14, 2026
Among those that did test, 44% said they faced recruiting challenges and nearly a quarter said they were considering loosening the policy.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 10, 2026
When asked if the scientists were considering using the yeast to brew beer, he responded: "It's on the list."
From Barron's ● Jun. 3, 2026
He glanced at Sticky, who had a curious, expectant look on his face, as if he really were considering joining the Messengers.
From "The Mysterious Benedict Society" by Trenton Lee Stewart
