discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
di-ˈskə-shən 
1
: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate
a heated political discussion
2
: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing
A discussion on the topic is included in the first chapter.
Examples of discussion in a Sentence
The class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.
I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.
After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.
During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.
The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.
The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.
The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.
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Back in the olden days, all discussion surrounding individual players involved boxcar statistics (games, goals, assists, points) and the eye test.
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This fundamental split in creative approach has spawned endless discussions about which method produces better fiction.
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Savannah Kuchar, USA TODAY, 25 Feb. 2025
Study which posts grab attention, who comments first, what topics spark discussion.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 24 Feb. 2025
Back in the olden days, all discussion surrounding individual players involved boxcar statistics (games, goals, assists, points) and the eye test.
—Allan Mitchell, The Athletic, 24 Feb. 2025
This fundamental split in creative approach has spawned endless discussions about which method produces better fiction.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 24 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for discussion
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
dis-ˈkəsh-ən
: conversation or debate for the purpose of understanding a question or subject
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