Idiom: take into account
Definition
idiom: take (something) into account
- to carefully think about or consider something
- to consider something as an important factor in a decision
Example sentences
- We thought we could drive to the beach in two hours but we didn’t take Friday traffic into account and we got there five hours later.
- I hope they will take my volunteering experience into account when selecting interviewees for the job.
- Don't forget to take into account whether or not the applicant has any relatives who completed this program.
- When sentencing the defendant to probation, the judge took into account the fact that this was the first time he had ever been in trouble with the law.
- You should leave an hour earlier. I don't think you're taking into account the time you'll need to get through airport security.
- If you take the free delivery into account, I think you'll realize the price is very reasonable.
- I know you don't particularly like Bob but please take into account that he is your aunt's husband and it would be strange not to invite him to your wedding.
- This phone plan takes all four members of your family into account for one low monthly fee of $69.00.
Synonyms
- bear in mind
- take into consideration
- pay attention to
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