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 of discussion
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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One name dominated discussions more than any other in Sacramento as anticipation grew in the weeks leading up to the NBA draft.
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Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act has been over a year in the making and has encouraged a national discussion of why housing is so unaffordable — and what can be done to fix it.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 24 June 2026
But there’s an educational aspect to Bergeron’s Hall of Fame election that’s worthy of discussion.
—Steve Buckley, New York Times, 23 June 2026
In the end that discussion was halted by Paramount’s superior bid.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 23 June 2026
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Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 24 June 2026
The 21st Century Road to Housing Act has been over a year in the making and has encouraged a national discussion of why housing is so unaffordable — and what can be done to fix it.
—Andrea Riquier, USA Today, 24 June 2026
But there’s an educational aspect to Bergeron’s Hall of Fame election that’s worthy of discussion.
—Steve Buckley, New York Times, 23 June 2026
In the end that discussion was halted by Paramount’s superior bid.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 23 June 2026
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
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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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