panel discussion

noun

Synonyms of panel discussionnext
: a formal discussion by a panel

Examples of panel discussion in a Sentence

a panel discussion on capital punishment
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During a panel discussion later that day, Brown opened up to Zumba's CMO Carolina Moraes and moderator Louise Gannon about her introduction to dance as a child. Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026 The festival will include oral histories, storytelling sessions, and panel discussions where surfers of all ages can connect and share treasured memories. Catharine Kaufman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026 Many of the voices were recorded by Dave Smith, the founder of the Walt Disney Archives, with additional commentary stemming from panel discussions and other documentaries. Matthew Jacobs, HollywoodReporter, 11 June 2026 The Atlanta Cultural Exchange (previously named the ATL Culture House) starts Sunday, kicking off eight days of activations that will include panel discussions, musical performances and visual arts. Deasia Paige, AJC.com, 11 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for panel discussion

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 18 Jun. 2026.

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