deliberation
/dɪˌlɪbəˈreɪʃən/
noun
- Careful thought or discussion before making a decision.
- She spoke with deliberation, choosing each word carefully.
- The jury's deliberation lasted three hours before they reached a verdict.
- After much deliberation, the committee chose the new design.
- The quality of being slow and careful in action or movement.
- The dancer moved with deliberation, making every gesture precise.
- Her deliberation in packing the suitcase showed she didn't want to forget anything.
- He lifted the fragile vase with great deliberation.
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