panel discussion

noun

: a formal discussion by a panel

Examples of panel discussion in a Sentence

a panel discussion on capital punishment
Recent Examples on the Web There will be panel discussions on the powers and pitfalls of artificial intelligence and AI’s relationship to creativity, wrapping up with a town hall with San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan. Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 5 Mar. 2024 During the recent panel discussion, Young cited a study that aligns with his hopes for Memphis’s at-risk youth, including young gang members. Ashley R. Williams and Victor Blackwell, CNN, 3 Mar. 2024 Before traveling across to the U.S., Walsh caught a pass from Tom Brady during a panel discussion the NFL legend gave. Vitas Carosella, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 Their roles encompass judging Open Calls, facilitating portfolio reviews, and participating in panel discussions. Photovogue, Vogue, 29 Feb. 2024 The panel discussion was held at Treffpunkt, a nonprofit community center and restaurant in Scottsdale for the German-speaking community in Phoenix, started by Carolin Gey, the honorary consul of Germany in Arizona. Daniel Gonzalez, The Arizona Republic, 25 Feb. 2024 At the panel discussion, Barrett and Sotomayor were asked about none of those cases. USA TODAY, 24 Feb. 2024 The foundation creates original content on its Patreon, which centers on conversations and panel discussions. Shayla Brown, Parents, 20 Feb. 2024 Delivering a diverse program featuring captivating keynotes, main-stage panel discussions, and stimulating workshops, this event creates an environment that exceeds typical business event expectations. John Hall, Forbes, 11 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of panel discussion was in 1936

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“Panel discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panel%20discussion. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

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