FIGURES ON Synonyms: 75 Similar and Opposite Words

figures on

phrase

present tense third-person singular of figure on

as in plans

to have in mind as a purpose or goal Let's figure on leaving around 6:30.

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as in factors (in or into)

to give consideration to (as unexpected circumstances or contingencies) We figure on a few setbacks along the way.

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as in relies

to place reliance or trust She figures on her friends to come through when she needs them.

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takes into account

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The new analysis takes into account how much health care costs have risen in the time between the two studies, as well the aging American population and other changes to health care policy.

— Adam Kovac, Scientific American, 12 Aug. 2026
The framework is technology agnostic and takes into account the physical inputs need to build and operate a fusion power plant which is competitive in energy markets.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 10 Aug. 2026

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