discussion

noun

dis·cus·sion di-ˈskə-shən

Synonyms of discussion next

: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate

a heated political discussion

: 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. See More

Recent Examples on the Web Oil and gas commercial interests appear as talking points in these documents, with the reporting showing on at least one occasion a nation followed up on discussions brought up during a meeting with Al Jaber. —

Laura Millan, Fortune, 28 Nov. 2023 Up for discussion: Whether to extend, or deepen, production cuts. —

Joe Wallace, WSJ, 28 Nov. 2023 If the manager cannot accomplish this task, work with employees to gain alignment on handling history to set the stage for open and honest feedback discussions. —

Simone E. Morris, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2023 Hamas’s attack on Israel, and the ensuing Israeli response, has brought new energy to discussions of restarting a peace process between Israelis and Palestinians, which has been dormant for years. —

Isaac Chotiner, The New Yorker, 28 Nov. 2023 The film has become a catalyst for discussion, community screenings and, finally, for confronting a dark chapter. —

Valli Herman, Los Angeles Times, 27 Nov. 2023 Other weeks, everyone in the room seems to quickly agree that the book up for discussion is, or is not, going to make the cut. —

Melissa Kirsch Andrew Lavallee Melissa Clark, New York Times, 25 Nov. 2023 Join us for a vital discussion on promoting inclusivity and understanding within the Asian American community and beyond. —

David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Nov. 2023 Have there been any discussions of any possible spinoffs? —

Christy Piña, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 Nov. 2023 See More

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