1
as in significant
sufficiently large in size, amount, or number to merit attention
the considerable number of auto accidents that resulted from the surprise snowstorm
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2
as in substantial
of a size greater than average of its kind
a house with a considerable barn in back
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Presidential race in Arizona:Follow Kamala Harris, Donald Trump His frequent criticism of childless Americans has gained considerable attention in recent weeks, with comments made years ago resurfacing.
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Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 4 Sep. 2024
Speaking to analysts Tuesday morning, DirecTV chief financial officer Ray Carpenter said the company will not cave to the considerable pressures exerted by the start of the NFL season.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2024
The food at Blue Hour is made with high-quality ingredients and a considerable amount of care.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 1 Sep. 2024
Climate change is altering the length of days on Earth, according to new research
The rivers are also reburying a considerable amount of mercury, leading the researchers to emphasize the importance of understanding both the erosion and reburial processes.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2024
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Ronald J. Hansen, The Arizona Republic, 4 Sep. 2024
Speaking to analysts Tuesday morning, DirecTV chief financial officer Ray Carpenter said the company will not cave to the considerable pressures exerted by the start of the NFL season.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 Sep. 2024
The food at Blue Hour is made with high-quality ingredients and a considerable amount of care.
—Helen Rosner, The New Yorker, 1 Sep. 2024
Climate change is altering the length of days on Earth, according to new research
The rivers are also reburying a considerable amount of mercury, leading the researchers to emphasize the importance of understanding both the erosion and reburial processes.
—Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 17 Aug. 2024
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“Considerable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/considerable. Accessed 16 Sep. 2024.
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