Meaning of "bear in mind"

[Ilen]

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #711 "Real Life: Making Decisions", question 6

The board is concerned about the environmental issues. However, bear in ......... that there are many factors to consider such as job losses and financial devastation if we move too quickly.

(a) mind
(b) thoughts
(c) say
(d) consideration

English Language Tests, Intermediate level

ESL/EFL Test #711 "Real Life: Making Decisions", answer 6

The board is concerned about the environmental issues. However, bear in mind that there are many factors to consider such as job losses and financial devastation if we move too quickly.

Correct answer: (a) mind
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what bear does mean?

Ilen

[Alan]

Hi,

'Bear' as a verb can have several meanings. In its simplest sense it can mean 'carry' or 'support'. It can also mean 'put up with' 'tolerate' and in that sense it can be used in the negative as in: I can't bear loud music - I find it very difficult to tolerate loud music.

In the test 'bear in mind' means 'remember' or 'keep in your mind'.

Alan
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[Misskhan]

Hi Mr. Alan
Could you please explain the following words.

(a) mind
(b) thoughts
(c) say
(d) issue

thanks in advance

[Mister Micawber]

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Have you tried a DICTIONARY first, Miss Khan?
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[Misskhan]

Yes, Mr. Mister I have given a test and got 8/10 but in some sentence were quite confusing like;

1. Cara wants to buy that car but she's having second ......... because her mechanic told her that there might be something wrong with the transmission.

2. Gordon is really gutsy because he's going to back the ......... even though it's risky.

3. The boss is unwilling to make a decision yet. Can't you see that he dodges the ......... every time we bring it up to him?

4. Now that everyone has had a chance to state their opinions about the subject, I'm going to give this matter a lot of ......... and get back to you all with a clear decision in about a week.

that's why I asked thanks anyways

[Mister Micawber]

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They are all fixed expressions and should be memorized (using the dictionary definitions as I suggested):

To have second thoughts
To back a decision/ a project / etc.
To dodge an issue / a question /etc.
To give (something) a lot of /some consideration / thought.
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[Misskhan]

lot of thanks Mr. Mister Micawber