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What does it mean?
A colloquial check for understanding or agreement with a stated idea.
In plain terms
Do you agree with this?
What can you take from it?
Check for agreement simply.

Where it applies

  • informal talks
  • meetings

Putting it to work

  • facilitating discussion

Questions to consider

  • Why seek agreement?
  • How to confirm understanding?

Another view

It can seem dismissive if used too often.

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