Deliberates
/dɪˈlɪbəˌreɪts/
Definitions
- (v.) Third-person singular present tense of deliberate, meaning to carefully consider or discuss, especially in a legal context such as jury deliberations.
The jury deliberates before reaching a verdict.
Forms
- deliberate
- deliberated
- deliberating
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Commentary
'Deliberates' is commonly used as a verb form referring to careful consideration or discussion, particularly by juries or decision-makers in legal proceedings.
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