take into account
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Definition
Verb: - To consider or include something as a factor when making a decision, judgment, or calculation. It means to give proper thought or attention to relevant information or circumstances.
Usage
This verb is used to indicate that a particular fact, condition, or possibility is being considered in one's thinking or planning. It is often followed by the object being considered.
Examples
- When making the budget, we must take into account potential price increases. (We must consider potential price increases.)
- The judge will take into account the defendant's previous good behavior. (The judge will consider the defendant's previous good behavior.)
- Your final grade takes into account both your exam scores and class participation. (Your final grade considers both your exam scores and class participation.)
Advanced Usage
- "To be taken into account": The passive form is commonly used.
- Many factors must be taken into account before a decision is made.
- "Taking everything into account": A phrase used to mean after considering all relevant factors.
- Taking everything into account, I believe we should proceed with the project.
Variants and Related Words
- Take account of: A very close synonym with identical meaning.
- The design takes account of the needs of elderly users.
- Account for (a meaning): To provide a reason or explanation for something. (Note: This is a different, though related, phrasal verb).
- How do you account for the missing funds?
Synonyms
- Consider
- Bear in mind
- Make allowance for
- Factor in
Related Phrases
- Leave something out of account: To fail to consider something.
- They left the weather out of account and had to cancel the outdoor event.
Verb
- allow or plan for a certain possibility; concede the truth or validity of something
- I allow for this possibility
- The seamstress planned for 5% shrinkage after the first wash