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Which approach asks students to consider their beliefs through engaging in dialogue?

consider

[kuhn-sid-er] / kənˈsɪd ər /




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Kennedy suggests that everyone should "think ahead" to consider how they can make celebrations inclusive.

From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026

Voters will consider a half-cent increase to the city’s retail sales tax, bumping it from 10.25 cents per dollar spent to 10.75 cents per dollar spent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

These areas are especially active when our attention turns inward, such as when we reflect on personal experiences, think about our identity, or consider our thoughts and emotions.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 30, 2026

His honesty and compassion seem ridiculous only to those who consider themselves most worthy of his deference and who conspicuously lack these qualities.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

Jonah wasn’t really even thinking about what Angela had said, because it was too bizarre and incredible to consider.

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix

It all depends on whether the state considers Spanos or Kroenke official California residents and how their assets are tallied.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

Abdullah said she cares deeply for Bass and considers her to be a longtime friend.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026

Kigali considers it a security threat and cites its presence in eastern DR Congo to justify its military posture.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

And, finally, it considers a board’s relevant industry experience.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2026

Mr. Barris straightens a pile of papers on his desk while he considers his response.

From "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern

Sytner says he’s not trying to market his car to sell it—it’s not for sale, he says—but he thinks among the Le Mans cars, it should be considered a work of art.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 1, 2026

In other words, something long considered insignificant may have helped determine why the universe contains matter at all.

From Science Daily ● Nov. 1, 2026

Uruguay is considered one of Latin America's most stable countries.

From Barron's ● Nov. 1, 2026

Ocean waters off Long Beach were closed to swimmers Saturday after a sewer main break, and it’s unclear when the water will be considered safe to enter.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026

Now that I report to the Colonel, am I considered a soldier of sorts?

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

If you’re considering giving a child $20,000 or so, you may want to trim your generosity to $19,000 in 2026.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 31, 2026

Zhao responded to Yi that he wasn’t considering selling the SpaceX shares, but was flagging the holding for Musk “so that he can be less worried.”

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026

They made no mention of Bottas' future in the announcement, and are said by insiders to be considering whether to promote their American reserve driver Colton Herta into F1.

From BBC ● Oct. 29, 2026

It’s certainly an ironic match, considering NBC’s longtime affiliation with the Trojans’ bitter rival, Notre Dame.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 29, 2026

After carefully considering my options, I decided that the lavatory was my best chance for success.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan


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