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deliberate thoughtfully
[dɪˈlɪbəreɪt ˈθɔːtfəli]
verb phrase
deliberar cuidadosamente
1.
to think about something carefully and seriously; to consider all aspects of a matter with full attention
The jury will deliberate thoughtfully before reaching a verdict.
O júri deliberará cuidadosamente antes de chegar a um veredicto.
2.
to discuss and consider something in a thorough and mindful way
The committee deliberated thoughtfully on the budget proposal.
A comissão deliberou cuidadosamente sobre a proposta orçamentária.
Synonyms
consider carefully
ponder thoroughly
reflect deeply
meditate on
weigh all options
Antonyms
decide hastily
act impulsively
rush judgment
dismiss carelessly
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
deliberar com cuidado
most common form in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
deliberar atentamente
slightly more formal in European Portuguese
São Paulo
pensar bem a respeito de
more colloquial alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
take time to think
weigh the pros and cons
give something serious consideration
put on one's thinking cap
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