figure into

figure into (something)

To be a factor or consideration in something. A noun or pronoun can be used between "figure" and "into." Did my feelings figure into your thought process at all? Oh yes, the great schools in this area definitely figured into our decision to buy a house here.
See also: figure
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

figure into

v.
1. To include something in making a calculation or drawing a conclusion: We have to figure the possibility of a flat tire into our travel plans.
2. To be included or require inclusion in order to make a calculation or conclusion: The decline in profits figured into the manager's recent decision.
See also: figure
The American Heritage® Dictionary of Phrasal Verbs.
See also:
  • figure into (something)
  • figure out
  • figure up
  • cut a figure
  • cut a fine, poor, sorry, etc. figure
  • a ballpark figure
  • ballpark figure
  • ballpark figure, a
  • flatter (one's) figure
  • flatter figure
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