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
the issue's been batted around, but nothing's ever been done
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No formal deals have been signed, but opportunities to raise awareness and funding for common causes have been discussed.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
17 Jan. 2025 -
Immigration as a major issue But when asked about other issues, such as cybersecurity or domestic terrorism, Noem often pivoted to discussing border security.—
Lexie Schapitl,
NPR,
17 Jan. 2025
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Legislators spent actual time debating the cannibalism bill.—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
10 Jan. 2025
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The budget increased, but debate rages over cuts to some positions Was the LAFD budget cut?—
Letters to the Editor,
Orange County Register,
10 Jan. 2025
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Israeli officials said on Saturday that there has been progress in the talks over the last 24 hours.—
Barak Ravid,
Axios,
11 Jan. 2025
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As the wrestling icon entered the arena a little over two hours into WWE Raw, he was met with the sound of loud booing from the crowd — but despite the unwelcome reception, Hogan, 72, proceeded to talk over them and congratulate the WWE on its debut on the streaming platform, PEOPLE can confirm.—
Danielle Jennings,
People.com,
7 Jan. 2025
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The Houston Fire Department was called and were on the way to the scene to assist the mother while the brothers argued again, this time each accusing the other of causing their mom to faint.—
Mitchell Willetts,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
22 Jan. 2025
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Roe argued in his filing that he was allowed to legally have the gun, saying that the state of Kansas — where he was convicted — automatically restores a felon’s right to possess a firearm five years after conviction or release from imprisonment for that offense.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
22 Jan. 2025
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