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considering

prep. · conj. · adv. · v.
US //kənˈsɪdɝɪŋ// UK //kənsˈɪdəɹɪŋ// con·sid·er·ing
  1. 1 taking into account (prep.)
    B1 Intermediate

    taking a particular fact or situation into account.

    taking into account or making allowances for a specific factor.

    Example

    Considering the weather, the outdoor party was a great success.

    Example

    Considering the limited budget and tight timeframe, the marketing team delivered an exceptionally polished campaign.
  2. 2 given that (conj.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate

    used to introduce a fact that makes your statement seem more surprising.

    used to introduce a clause that provides context or justification for a following statement.

    Example

    He looks very healthy, considering he is nearly ninety years old.

    Example

    The project was completed ahead of schedule, which is remarkable considering that half the staff were out with the flu last month.
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  1. 3 all things considered (adv.)
    B2 Upper Intermediate Informal

    taking everything into account; usually used at the end of a sentence.

    taking all circumstances into account; functions as a sentence adverb, typically in final position.

    Example

    The car is in good condition, considering.

    Example

    The negotiations were tense and the outcome was not perfect, but we did quite well, considering.
  2. 4 thinking about (v.)
    B1 Intermediate

    the act of thinking about something carefully before making a choice.

    the present participle or gerund of 'consider', denoting the process of deliberation or contemplation.

    Example

    I am considering moving to a bigger city next year.

    Example

    The board is currently considering several aggressive expansion strategies to increase their market share in the coming fiscal year.
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