(one's) considered opinion

One's opinion after giving a topic adequate attention and careful thought. In light of these circumstances, what, in your considered opinion, would be the best way to structure the company? In my considered opinion, there are several ways you could rectify your financial situation, but they all will take time. The boss wants me to give him my considered opinion tomorrow, but I honestly don't know if this deal can be salvaged.

all things considered

Having weighed all aspects of a situation. Yeah, it rained a lot during our vacation, but all things considered, we had a great time. All things considered, she's making a great recovery. No, it's not the dress I really wanted, but it's fine, all things considered. This dress is almost as pretty and, more importantly, it's here in-store!

be considered armed and dangerous

To be presumed to possess a weapon and be very likely to use it against others. Typically said of criminals, especially fugitives. Police have said that the suspect should be considered armed and dangerous. They are urging the public to use caution if he is spotted. If he's one of the most wanted fugitives, yeah, he should probably be considered armed and dangerous. They said on the news that the carjacker is considered armed and dangerous.

See also: and, arm, considered, dangerous

consider (someone) armed and dangerous

To presume that someone possesses a weapon and is very likely to use it against others. Typically said of criminals, especially fugitives. Police are considering the suspect armed and dangerous. They are urging the public to use caution if he is spotted. The news reports said to consider the carjacker armed and dangerous. If he's one of the most wanted fugitives, it's a good idea to consider him armed and dangerous.

consider (someone) for (something)

To contemplate giving something (often a particular job or role) to someone. I considered Walt for the promotion, but his constant lateness soon made me question that decision. Which actresses are you considering for the lead? But Mary's so abrasive. Why would they consider her for the role of liaison between departments?

your conˌsidered oˈpinion

your opinion that is the result of careful thought: In my considered opinion, ‘Trainspotting’ is one of the best British movies ever made.

all things conˈsidered

considering all the facts, especially the problems or difficulties, of a situation: She’s had a lot of problems since her husband died but she seems quite cheerful, all things considered.

all things considered

When everything has been taken into account. The modern sense implies a careful weighing of all circumstances involved, making this phrase a precautionary one (compare it to when all’s said and done). G. K. Chesterton used it as the title of a collection of his essays (1908), and it also is the name of a thoughtful talk show on U.S. public radio. In both cases it is the idea of thoughtfulness that is stressed. In ordinary speech the phrase has been in common use for about a century.