as in deliberate
decided on as a result of careful thought
a well thought-out plan for the state to make better use of alternative energy sources
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Recent Examples of thought-out
Follow the tips below to master these essential design principles and decorate a home that feels cohesive and well thought-out.
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Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
The entire production process is conscientiously thought-out to reduce waste and enable reuse.
—Liesel Davis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2025
London said development needs to be well thought-out in Sugar Grove.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
Every aspect feels well thought-out, down to the ability to unhook and criss-cross the straps to hide them underneath a racerback top—not to mention, the straps are cushioned for extra comfort.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 11 Mar. 2025
Everything about the look was nice-looking and thought-out: The coat provided the warmth, the pants provided the comfort, and the heels provided the polish.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Your editorial illustrates just how petty and poorly thought-out our government is now.
—arkansasonline.com, 12 Feb. 2025
What would otherwise be ephemera are, in Lynch’s hands, thought-out, experimental, and entirely in his voice.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
Recruitment has been well thought-out, well planned and outstanding in the past couple of windows.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2025
The entire production process is conscientiously thought-out to reduce waste and enable reuse.
—Liesel Davis, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 June 2025
London said development needs to be well thought-out in Sugar Grove.
—David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 25 Mar. 2025
Every aspect feels well thought-out, down to the ability to unhook and criss-cross the straps to hide them underneath a racerback top—not to mention, the straps are cushioned for extra comfort.
—Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 11 Mar. 2025
Everything about the look was nice-looking and thought-out: The coat provided the warmth, the pants provided the comfort, and the heels provided the polish.
—Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 13 Feb. 2025
Your editorial illustrates just how petty and poorly thought-out our government is now.
—arkansasonline.com, 12 Feb. 2025
What would otherwise be ephemera are, in Lynch’s hands, thought-out, experimental, and entirely in his voice.
—Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 17 Jan. 2025
Recruitment has been well thought-out, well planned and outstanding in the past couple of windows.
—Paul Taylor, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for thought-out
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The Great Replacement is a white nationalist conspiracy theory that claims there's a deliberate plot to replace white Americans with non-white immigrants through immigration and higher birth rates.—
Philippa Pham Hughes,
Time,
11 July 2025
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As Well As Talent In addition to local hiring and open-source opportunities, deliberate investment must be made in infrastructure, policy and support systems.—
Daniel Jebaraj,
Forbes.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Read more Dua and Callum’s Couple Style Is, Like Them, Hot Turner’s low-key but considered looks are the perfect backdrop to his girlfriend’s more mercurial wardrobe.—
Elizabeth Logan,
Glamour,
27 Dec. 2024
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Working from Jeff Nathanson’s screenplay, Jenkins tries to allay a clunky narrative with his intimate and considered style.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Others may receive information and make calculated risks based on circumstances or motivated reasoning.—
Marshall Shepherd,
Forbes.com,
5 July 2025
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Though charismatic, Will Derringer, as the US President, is at times very much oblivious to how to run a nation, while Sam Clarke is very calculated, calm, and strategic when their backs are against the wall.—
Lynnette Nicholas,
Essence,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Fans show up to the Cowboy Carter tour in thoughtful, inventive takes on Western Americana fashion, stadiums filled with denim, bandanas, cowboy hats, and looks that don’t just scream U.S.A but hoot and holler.—
Leah Faye Cooper,
Vogue,
4 July 2025
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The genre as a whole is widely celebrated for its age-appropriate narratives and emotional depth, and the film has long been praised for its thoughtful portrayal of childhood and growing up.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 July 2025
Adjective
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However, later in the day, be careful about jumping to conclusions when dealing with others.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
13 July 2025
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The takeaway: Be careful about triggering too many credit inquiries.—
Daniel de Visé,
USA Today,
13 July 2025
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