considering

Definition

  • preposition: when you think about or consider (something)
  • preposition: in view of
  • used to indicate a fact or situation that is being thought of when a statement is made
  • synonyms: in view of

Examples

  • She surprised us when she left the company so suddenly, especially 'considering' (that) she had worked here for 20 years.

  • He didn't win, but he did very well, 'considering'. [=he did well when you consider the situation or circumstances]

  • He did very well in the campaign, especially 'considering' his lack of experience.

Movie quotes

  • (..) Not bad, Starling. Questions? Yes, sir. You haven't mentioned anything about the information in my report or Dr Lecter's offer, sir. - I'm considering it. - That's why you sent me in there, isn't it? To get his help on Buffalo Bill, sir? Well, if that was the case, then (..)
    1991 The Silence of the Lambs
  • (..) Say you got it to work. Like, how much would the foreign species take over? What could the side effects be? It's hard to say, considering no subject survived. The problem was always-- The decay rate algorithm? - Right. - Right. Can I...? (..)
    2012 The Amazing Spider-Man
  • (..) Here, let me help you with those. No, that's okay, let me do that. You're being very discreet. Are you considering his offer? You'd tell me if I'm too nosy, huh? No, not at all. Can I at least pour you some more wine? (..)
    2015 TvShow: Homeland Title: A False Glimmer Season: 5 Episode 12