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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
In short, and building on previous comments and discussions the position of the U.S. has pivoted from viewing stablecoins as competition for the dollar to a tool that increase the strength of dollar diplomacy.
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Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
In the campaign to keep discussions about race and identity out of classrooms, there’s a common refrain: Schools should stick to the basics.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Chula Vista city leaders are expected to begin discussions for her replacement on Tuesday, according to an agenda the city released Friday, which indicates the City Council will discuss the matter in a closed session.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
The free site features job listings as well as mental health resources, discussion boards, and networking events.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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Sean Stein Smith, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
In the campaign to keep discussions about race and identity out of classrooms, there’s a common refrain: Schools should stick to the basics.
—Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 30 May 2025
Chula Vista city leaders are expected to begin discussions for her replacement on Tuesday, according to an agenda the city released Friday, which indicates the City Council will discuss the matter in a closed session.
—Tammy Murga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 May 2025
The free site features job listings as well as mental health resources, discussion boards, and networking events.
—Terry Collins, USA Today, 20 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
Noun
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The future of the square has been a subject of heated debate.—
N'dea Yancey-Bragg,
USA Today,
25 May 2025
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After a lengthy debate, the three moderates picked up two votes in their effort to delay those changes, not enough to win the day.—
David Zahniser,
Los Angeles Times,
24 May 2025
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Ten teams had better chances and most analysts didn’t even mention them in championship conversations.—
Andy Scholes,
CNN Money,
30 May 2025
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For more: read Jamie Lee Curtis, in conversation with Rachel Syme, on addiction, beauty standards, and encounters with Bette Davis.—
Rachel Syme,
New Yorker,
30 May 2025
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The same guidelines should apply to consultations with AI.—
Paul Hsieh,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
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The next consultations can be scheduled from 9 to 11 a.m. June 7.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 May 2025
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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The chatbot converses with patients while simultaneously reviewing their medical records, then generates a ranked list of diagnoses and makes recommendations, such as for prescription drugs or lab tests.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Through Safe in the Seat’s free car seat finder tool, online courses, helpful videos, personalized consults, and daily doses of safety tips and tricks, Michelle is empowering caregivers to keep their most precious cargo safe in the seat.—
Kimberly Zapata,
Parents,
22 May 2025
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Doctors admitted him to the hospital and ordered a neurology consult and imaging.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
15 May 2025
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Fan discourse after defeats is rarely filled with nuance, but Gordon’s display was sharply in focus, against the backdrop of a tough few months.—
Harry De Cosemo,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
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Today, government anxieties about historical discourse have resurfaced.—
Time,
Time,
20 May 2025
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The bill, which includes about $4.9 trillion in tax breaks, was passed after weeks of negotiations and talks with Republicans, some of whom were concerned about constituents losing critical benefits and others who called for further budget cuts.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 May 2025
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June's tearful talk with her mom is followed by an equally emotional exchange with her husband.—
Matt Cabral,
EW.com,
27 May 2025
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The very principle of financialization rules even the most mundane exchange of objects in the same manner that the most banal exchange of economic investment and speculation regulates the sign of spiritual autonomy and utopian aspirations that abstraction had initially promised.—
Benjamin H. D. Buchloh,
Artforum,
1 June 2025
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On Thursday, Lurie announced on social media that cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is opening an office in San Francisco after leaving the city four years ago.—
Wendy Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.
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