To take into account
Example: They take all factors into account
Definition
"To take into account" means to consider or include all relevant factors or information when making a decision or forming an opinion. It involves acknowledging the importance of various elements that might affect the outcome or understanding of a situation.
Etymology
The phrase "to take into account" originated from the idea of 'taking' or including something within an 'account,' which historically referred to a record or reckoning. It combines the verb 'take' with 'account' to express the action of considering or reckoning factors. Did you know that 'account' comes from the Latin 'computare,' meaning to calculate or reckon?
