A consensus is a general agreement among a group.
The idea
Use reach a consensus or reach consensus, and consensus on an issue.
Examples
- The committee reached a consensus on the timetable.
- There is broad consensus that the roof needs repair.
- The group failed to reach consensus after two meetings.
- A consensus emerged among the teachers.
- The chair sought consensus before the vote.
- Consensus does not require every person to be enthusiastic.
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Consensus does not necessarily mean unanimous enthusiasm.
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Choose the best answer. The panel reached a ___ on the design. (consensus / quarrel)
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consensus
Consensus names the agreement about the design.
Choose the best answer. There is consensus ___ the need for change. (on / under)
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on
On introduces the subject of agreement.
Choose the best answer. After discussion, a consensus ___. (emerged / slept)
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emerged
Emerged describes agreement developing through discussion.
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Choose the best answer. The panel reached a ___ on the design. (consensus / quarrel)
Choose the best answer. There is consensus ___ the need for change. (on / under)
Choose the best answer. After discussion, a consensus ___. (emerged / slept)
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