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as in debate
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the discussion about the club budget went on for hours
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as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussion
With the internet still in impassioned discussion about the situation, one thing remains clear: for many, the idea of being abandoned in a time of need is an unforgivable act.
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Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
At a moment when the atomization of interpersonal relationships is at the forefront of public discussion, Brennan’s winsome, melancholy-streaked portraits of city life hold particular resonance.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2025
At discussion panels and news conferences at the meetings, state leaders struck a conciliatory tone.
—Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
Additional casting is currently in discussion and will be announced soon.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 11 Feb. 2025
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Mark Joseph, Newsweek, 24 Feb. 2025
At a moment when the atomization of interpersonal relationships is at the forefront of public discussion, Brennan’s winsome, melancholy-streaked portraits of city life hold particular resonance.
—Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 24 Feb. 2025
At discussion panels and news conferences at the meetings, state leaders struck a conciliatory tone.
—Joey Cappelletti, Chicago Tribune, 23 Feb. 2025
Additional casting is currently in discussion and will be announced soon.
—Alex Ritman, Variety, 11 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
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The growing pains sparked congressional debates decades ago, but the advertising industry's cash cow won out over political quarrels, institutionalizing the contemporary idea of Presidents Day.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
17 Feb. 2025
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Little debate exists that his hire as a play caller rates as the most significant change for the Huskers ahead of next season.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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With 46% of Gen Z actively engaged in activism or openly sharing their political views, workplace conversations can get tricky.—
Julie Kratz,
Forbes,
23 Feb. 2025
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This might feel uncomfortable at first, but honest conversations about pleasure, consent and comfort can strengthen intimacy.—
Mark Joseph,
Newsweek,
23 Feb. 2025
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The report included close consultation and collaboration with the Nigerian National Commission for Museums and Monuments.—
Karen K. Ho,
ARTnews.com,
21 Feb. 2025
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Beyond facilitating virtual consultations, agentic AI systems can autonomously schedule follow-ups, analyze symptoms during video calls and recommend diagnostic tests based on patient data.—
Rignesh Soni,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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At one point, Mandel stepped out of the room to let the two converse alone, while emotional piano music swelled in the background.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Seen facing each other on a couch, the two converse with the ease of good friends.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Robby wants Samira to stop stalling on calling for a psych consult, but Samira sees the woman’s hand tremors and hears about her coordination issues and has a hunch this isn’t a psych case.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
13 Feb. 2025
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Disclosure statement Praveen Arany consults for Wndrhlth and has cofounded two companies, OptiMed Technologies and Directed Energy Therapeutics.—
Praveen Arany,
The Conversation,
24 Jan. 2025
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The return of fireworks marks a significant shift in federal policy and comes as the monument remains at the center of national political discourse.—
Josh Hammer,
Newsweek,
15 Feb. 2025
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Though these challenges rightfully demand resources and attention, public discourse often stops short of discussing men’s issues as interconnected with women’s lives.—
Angelica Puzio Ferrara,
Scientific American,
14 Feb. 2025
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During the talks, leaders of NYSCOPBA were urged to issue a strong statement calling for their members to stop striking and to return to work, the Times Union reported.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
20 Feb. 2025
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Predictably enough, the Ukrainian government has objected to its exclusion from the peace talks Trump administration officials held with their Russian counterparts this week in Riyadh and, for its trouble, is getting slammed by what is supposed to be its ally, the United States.—
The Editors,
National Review,
20 Feb. 2025
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Hamas had originally agreed to release 33 Israeli hostages in the deal's first phase in exchange for around 1,900 Palestinian prisoners and detainees.—
Kat Lonsdorf,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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Adams, who is up for reelection this fall, was indicted in September on charges related to bribery, wire fraud, conspiracy and soliciting campaign contributions from foreign nationals in exchange for political favors.—
Paula Reid,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 27 Feb. 2025.
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