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.
Synonyms
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The discussion will explore how each of these audio pieces came to be, the themes explored in these Official Selections, and what is next for this group of audio artists.
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Jordan Moreau, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
No candidates have entered the race yet, but discussion among Kansas Republicans has centered on a handful of names.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2024
Before and after discussions help tie the experience together.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2024
The evidence included detailed discussions that Min has ordered the ADOR management to find ways to pressure HYBE into ultimately selling ADOR’s shares.
—Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
Drumstick got in on the discussion in February, joking about the trend in a TikTok that garnered 20 million views and 300,000 likes.
—Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024
The incident took the hosts by surprise, and later caused great discussion on the internet, with many speaking out against David.
—Zoe G Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
Tuesday’s discussion was the most recent regarding a weapons detection program that launched in March 2022, when Broward Public Schools started doing random screenings with handheld metal detectors in all schools.
—Jimena Tavel, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
The complaint states discussions continued between September 2023 and February 2024, including questions about the validity of the easement.
—Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
Jordan Moreau, Variety, 25 Apr. 2024
No candidates have entered the race yet, but discussion among Kansas Republicans has centered on a handful of names.
—Jonathan Shorman, Kansas City Star, 25 Apr. 2024
Before and after discussions help tie the experience together.
—James Powel, USA TODAY, 25 Apr. 2024
The evidence included detailed discussions that Min has ordered the ADOR management to find ways to pressure HYBE into ultimately selling ADOR’s shares.
—Jeff Benjamin, Billboard, 25 Apr. 2024
Drumstick got in on the discussion in February, joking about the trend in a TikTok that garnered 20 million views and 300,000 likes.
—Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 24 Apr. 2024
The incident took the hosts by surprise, and later caused great discussion on the internet, with many speaking out against David.
—Zoe G Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 24 Apr. 2024
Tuesday’s discussion was the most recent regarding a weapons detection program that launched in March 2022, when Broward Public Schools started doing random screenings with handheld metal detectors in all schools.
—Jimena Tavel, Miami Herald, 23 Apr. 2024
The complaint states discussions continued between September 2023 and February 2024, including questions about the validity of the easement.
—Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
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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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