factor
noun
one of the elements contributing to a particular result or situation.
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
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On Monday, executives from both companies said they were aware of supply chain risks and were factoring them into their planning.
From Reuters ● Feb. 15, 2022