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.
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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Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
The discussion was moderated by Chris Nixon Cox, a board member of the Richard Nixon Foundation and grandson of former President Richard Nixon.
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There’s a lively discussion on that.
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Participants will explore the magical interplay between the universe and the human body, diving into discussions about creation, consciousness, and how the cosmos mirrors the infinite potential of the human mind.
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Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2025
The discussion was moderated by Chris Nixon Cox, a board member of the Richard Nixon Foundation and grandson of former President Richard Nixon.
—Claire Wang, Oc Register, 19 Oct. 2025
There’s a lively discussion on that.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2025
Participants will explore the magical interplay between the universe and the human body, diving into discussions about creation, consciousness, and how the cosmos mirrors the infinite potential of the human mind.
—Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 18 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for discussion
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.
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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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