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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Caroline Frost, Deadline, 4 May 2025
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One of the most promising developments from negotiations is the first real discussion of a ceasefire.
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Caroline Frost, Deadline, 4 May 2025
That high prices foretell lower prices rates more discussion as Republicans and conservatives rush to anoint former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as the next Fed Chairman.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 4 May 2025
One of the most promising developments from negotiations is the first real discussion of a ceasefire.
—Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 3 May 2025
There are a number of terms that appear in both this article and other online discussions of the Spelling Bee; a glossary of those terms compiled by Monicat, a Times reader, can be found below.
—New York Times Games, New York Times, 3 May 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 20 May. 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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