as in to discuss
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
bandied around the idea of going out to dinner for their anniversary
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Recent Examples of bandy
Any available data on the trend is murky and outdated, but the numbers that keep getting bandied around are from Gartner’s estimates, circa 2021, that 80% of all applications development will eventually take place outside IT departments.
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Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
The names of hopefuls bandied around by pundits and Democratic voters alike have spanned the country, age groups, and the gradations of the liberal spectrum.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2024
Phrases like ‘facial in a jar’ are bandied around all the time but I truly am left with noticeably plumper, more radiant skin; such instant results don’t come often where skincare is concerned.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 July 2024
In a sign of how much time has passed since Purple Rain opened in theaters and elevated Prince to an entirely new pop-culture echelon, Jacobs-Jenkins — who was born the same year of the movie and album — hadn’t seen the film until the idea for a show was bandied around.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2024
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Joe McKendrick, Forbes, 22 Sep. 2024
The names of hopefuls bandied around by pundits and Democratic voters alike have spanned the country, age groups, and the gradations of the liberal spectrum.
—Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 31 July 2024
Phrases like ‘facial in a jar’ are bandied around all the time but I truly am left with noticeably plumper, more radiant skin; such instant results don’t come often where skincare is concerned.
—Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 July 2024
In a sign of how much time has passed since Purple Rain opened in theaters and elevated Prince to an entirely new pop-culture echelon, Jacobs-Jenkins — who was born the same year of the movie and album — hadn’t seen the film until the idea for a show was bandied around.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2024
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Steve Bannon has discussed with New York state prosecutors a potential plea deal in its criminal case charging the longtime ally of President Donald Trump with defrauding donors to a southern border wall, according to media reports.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA TODAY,
11 Feb. 2025
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Today, world leaders from over 90 countries will gather in Paris to discuss artificial intelligence policy.—
Henry Papadatos,
TIME,
10 Feb. 2025
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Listen to this article Candidates for Evanston mayor and City Council debated what the next four years, and the next 20 years, should look like in the city at a forum hosted at the former site of Second Church of Christ on Feb. 9.—
Richard Requena,
Chicago Tribune,
16 Feb. 2025
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Officials are also debating possible new homebuilding regulations, including rezoning for lower housing density in especially fire-prone areas, and expediting a set of forthcoming standards for removing debris, flammable vegetation and wooden fences from the perimeters of homes.—
Monica Hunter-Hart,
Forbes,
16 Feb. 2025
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While it can be argued that the 20th century was defined by long-term employment and prioritizing a sense of stability, the modern landscape—carved in large by younger generations—revolves around personal fulfillment, work-life balance, and a sense of belonging.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
15 Feb. 2025
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First, the firm argues that the company’s intrinsic value has been obscured by its inefficient conglomerate structure, resulting in it trading in line with its lowest multiple refining segment despite a majority of EBITDA coming from its other premium businesses.—
Kenneth Squire,
CNBC,
15 Feb. 2025
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“Bandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bandy. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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