consider to vs consider ing

Both "consider to" and "consider ing" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Consider to" is used when talking about intentions or decisions, while "consider ing" is used when discussing ongoing actions or processes.

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consider to

This phrase is correct and commonly used when expressing intentions or decisions.

Use "consider to" when you want to talk about intentions or decisions. For example, "I consider to start a new project next month."

Examples:

I consider to apply for the job.
She considers to move to a new city.
They consider to invest in the stock market.
He considers to buy a new car.
We consider to take a vacation.

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Alternatives:

plan to
intend to
decide to
aim to
propose to

consider ing

This phrase is correct and commonly used when discussing ongoing actions or processes.

Use "consider ing" when you want to talk about ongoing actions or processes. For example, "I am considering joining a new club."

Examples:

I am considering changing my career.
She is considering moving to a new city.
They are considering investing in the stock market.
He is considering buying a new car.
We are considering taking a vacation.

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The Commission considers that ING has taken the necessary steps to address the very large competition distortions because the restructuring plan foresees a number of divestments reducing the market presence of the beneficiary.
The Commission considers that ING should undergo in-depth restructuring in particular as the beneficiary has already received State aid that contributes to coverage or avoidance of losses which altogether exceeds 2 % of the total bank's RWA.
(15a) To further reali s e the potential of volunteering, Member States could consider promot ing measures that could lead to the recognition of volunteering work when calculating pensions.
Although, the Commission in principle considers a coupon ban is also necessary in the case of ING, it finds that such a ban should no longer be required in this case provided that ING repays EUR 5 billion before 31 January 2010.
About this new type of lighting there has been an interesting discussion with ing. Drisaldi, President of AIDI, the Italian Association of Lighting, at this point of development of the led technology, he considers the quality of the system fundamental.

Alternatives:

contemplate ing
think about ing
ponder ing
mull over ing
reflect on ing

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