taking (something) into consideration; in view of

considering the circumstances, Simon was remarkably cheerful

taking the specified thing into consideration; in view of the fact that

considering that he was the youngest on the field, he played well

taking everything into account

they weren't feeling too bad, considering

think carefully about (something), typically before making a decision

each application is considered on its merits

look attentively at

the old man considered his granddaughter thoughtfully