Also means
with careful weighing of options
Usage Note
Abwägend describes action taken by carefully weighing up all sides before deciding. Abwägend vorgehen — to proceed by carefully balancing considerations. It is common in formal and journalistic language to characterise a methodical, balanced approach, contrasted with impulsive or one-sided reasoning.
Examples
"Sie antwortete abwägend und ohne vorschnelle Urteile."
Natural Translation
She answered in a balanced, measured way without hasty judgements.
Literal Translation
She answered weighing-up and without premature judgements.
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