Consider to be
Published by Naitik Mehta · March 28, 2026
Stuck on the clue Consider to be from the New York Times Mini for March 28, 2026? We have the correct 4-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?
Clue
Consider to be (4)
Answer
The answer to Consider to be is Deem (4 letters).
Why does Deem fit this clue?
This is a direct definition clue where 'Consider to be' points straight to DEEM. To deem means to regard or consider in a specified way, often involving a judgment or opinion about something's nature or quality. The verb DEEM fits perfectly as it captures the exact meaning of forming a considered opinion about someone or something. This formal verb appears frequently in legal and academic contexts, where careful consideration and judgment are emphasized.
What does Consider to be mean?
We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definition below.
consider
verb
•to think about carefully or regard as
Where did this clue appear?
This clue appeared as 10-across in the New York Times Mini on March 28, 2026, by Sam Ezersky, edited by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.
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What does Deem mean?
noun
•An opinion, a judgment, a surmise.
verb
•To judge, to pass judgment on; to doom, to sentence.
•To adjudge, to decree.
Origin of the word Deem
•origin: Old English 'dēman'
•period: Old English
The word originally meant 'to act as a judge' and is related to 'doom,' both deriving from the Proto-Germanic root meaning 'to set' or 'to place,' reflecting the ancient concept of judges literally 'setting' or determining fate.
How to use Deem in a sentence
Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Deem.
•“The committee will deem any proposal submitted after the deadline to be invalid.”
•“The judge deemed it necessary to postpone the trial due to new evidence.”
•“Many experts deem this painting to be one of the artist's finest works.”
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- What is the answer to Consider to be?
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- How many letters does the answer to Consider to be have?
- The answer has 4 letters: Deem.
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Puzzle
NYT Mini — Mar 28, 2026
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editor
Joel Fagliano
date
position
10 Across
answer length
4 letters