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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For Donohue, a one-on-one discussion with Hunt and a later meeting with his constituents further complicated his decision.
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
The lunch, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, takes place in a fresh, open space that was once home to an auditorium with a stage, a legacy from longtime member and former Milwaukee Mayor Frank Zeidler, who believed in the value of public discussion.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Share discoveries and ask questions in team discussions.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Kirk’s promotion of challenging other people’s ideas through discussion and debate was at the heart of the podcast episode.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 2025
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Cybele Mayes-Osterman, USA Today, 14 Sep. 2025
The lunch, on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, takes place in a fresh, open space that was once home to an auditorium with a stage, a legacy from longtime member and former Milwaukee Mayor Frank Zeidler, who believed in the value of public discussion.
—Sophie Carson, jsonline.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Share discoveries and ask questions in team discussions.
—Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2025
Kirk’s promotion of challenging other people’s ideas through discussion and debate was at the heart of the podcast episode.
—Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 14 Sep. 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 18 Sep. 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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