Grammar fix
seriously consider
think carefully
To spend time thinking carefully about something before making a decision.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
I need to seriously consider my options before accepting the job offer.
If I had the chance to study overseas, I would seriously consider it because it could open up many opportunities for my future.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I'm serious considering the offer.
Say: I'm seriously considering the offer.
Adverb 'seriously' modifies 'considering'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
Natural; 'earnest and careful deliberation' is overblown.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
seriously consider
- should
- began to
- never
- thinking about