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in consideration of

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in consideration of something

in return for something; as a result of something. In consideration of your many years of service, we are pleased to present you with this gold watch. In consideration of your efforts, here is a check for $3,000.

See also: consideration, of

in consideration of

1. In view of, on account of, as in We turned back in consideration of the worsening weather. [First half of 1500s]

2. In return for, as in She received an honorarium in consideration of her key contributions. [c. 1600]

See also: consideration, of

in consideration of

1. In view of; on account of: turned back in consideration of the worsening weather.

2. In return for: a gift given in consideration of her hard work

See also: consideration, of