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
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.
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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
Europe’s broadcasters have long bandied together on science and history series that can be expensive but lend themselves to collaboration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 June 2024
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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
Europe’s broadcasters have long bandied together on science and history series that can be expensive but lend themselves to collaboration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 June 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bandy
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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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L’Oréal executives would not discuss forecasts, but industry sources estimate Ella Ella will generate 40 million euros in first-year retail sales.—
Jennifer Weil,
WWD,
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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TikTok argues that shutting down the media platform violates the free speech of the U.S. operation and the millions of Americans who use it daily, says NPR's Bobby Allyn.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
10 Jan. 2025
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Prosecutors countered Trump's claims of harm, arguing that his status as president-elect does not exempt him from facing legal consequences.—
Paul Du Quenoy,
Newsweek,
10 Jan. 2025
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“Bandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bandy. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.
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