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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Peter Aiken/Getty Images Footage of the incident has since gone viral and circulated online, drawing widespread attention and sparking discussion among fans and analysts around the team and its players.
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Cecil Merkerson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
The project marks Smollett’s first on-screen discussion of the incident since his 2019 Good Morning America interview with Robin Roberts.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025
The Tribune opinion section has already been an influential voice in this discussion.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2025
They had never been formally told that Las Vegas would be the destination, but it had been hinted at in some discussions.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
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Cecil Merkerson, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Aug. 2025
The project marks Smollett’s first on-screen discussion of the incident since his 2019 Good Morning America interview with Robin Roberts.
—Monica Mercuri, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2025
The Tribune opinion section has already been an influential voice in this discussion.
—Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2025
They had never been formally told that Las Vegas would be the destination, but it had been hinted at in some discussions.
—Adam Crafton, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 28 Aug. 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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