discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
di-ˈskə-shən 
1
: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate
a heated political discussion
2
: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing
A discussion on the topic is included in the first chapter.
Synonyms of discussion
Examples of discussion in a Sentence
The class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.
I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.
After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.
During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.
The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.
The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.
The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.
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Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
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Steven Jiang, CNN Money, 6 Jan. 2026
Some fans have grown concerned Peterson could be shut down for the long term, or even the season, at some point, but coach Bill Self said there has been no such discussion of that idea.
—Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 5 Jan. 2026
And look for dozens of episodes featuring genre-spanning discussions, debates, and explainers with Rolling Stone‘s critics and reporters.
—Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 5 Jan. 2026
Advertisement Doustdar says the White House announcement was the result of several months of discussion to reach a mutually agreeable price plan for the drug.
—Alice Park, Time, 5 Jan. 2026
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 10 Jan. 2026.
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discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
dis-ˈkəsh-ən
: conversation or debate for the purpose of understanding a question or subject
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