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how about

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  1. What is your thought, feeling, or desire concerning. For example, How about a cup of tea? or How about joining us for lunch? It is also put as how about it, as in How about it? Do you want to come along? [Mid-1800s] Also see what about.

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How about educating America’s next generation?

From The Wall Street Journal

“How about we play our first show first?”

From Literature

“Great. How about next week? Maybe after your practice?”

From Literature

“A few. How about Perfect Petunia Petal Pink. Goodness. Say that ten times real fast. Or …” She continues to rummage through her drawer.

From Literature

“How about a new book or two?”

From Literature

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