as in to consider
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies)
you should factor in inflation in making investment decisions
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Dolton police did not respond to requests for information about the block but Trustee Belcher said the area was considered the rougher part of the village.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
19 May 2025 -
The Brexit trade deal negotiated by Boris Johnson, who was the British prime minister at the time, is considered to have largely favored the European Union.—
Jeanna Smialek,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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But a pope from the nation was regarded as unthinkable given America’s power on the world stage.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
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The market has likely overreacted to the company’s challenges, specifically regarding the uncertainty around animal testing.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
10 May 2025
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None of it was anticipated before the March 18 ruling.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
20 May 2025
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Ahmed anticipates that the new Taylor Relaxed Barrel with drawstring details is destined to become an instant wardrobe staple this summer as well.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
20 May 2025
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“Factor (in or into).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/factor%20%28in%20or%20into%29. Accessed 24 May. 2025.
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