factored (in or into)

verb

past tense of factor (in or into)
as in considered
to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) you should factor in inflation in making investment decisions

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  1. considered
  2. regarded
  3. anticipated
Verb
  • In fact, the idea of splitting atoms for propulsion and power was being seriously considered almost as soon as the first atomic explosions were made public.
    — David Szondy July 07, New Atlas, 8 July 2026
  • In 2023, California regulators levied more than $100,000 in fines against the private operator of a federal immigration facility, kicking off a three-year battle over whether detainees who do work at the facilities should be considered employees.
    — Andrea Castillo, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Definition of considered
Verb
  • Even Advanced Placement examinations—formerly regarded as one of the strongest objective measures available—have become part of this debate.
    — Scott White, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • Despite primarily playing club football for Bayer Leverkusen at centre-back, Quansah is regarded as a right-back option by Tuchel.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of regarded
Verb
  • Listening carefully has also revealed opportunities the company never anticipated.
    — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 6 July 2026
  • It is anticipated the 16-year-old will move to a professional contract upon turning 17 in January 2027.
    — David Ornstein, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of anticipated
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