open for discussion

idiom

: being a subject or issue that people can give their ideas, opinions, etc. about
The issue is not open for discussion.

Examples of open for discussion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web How to handle pressure to get married The best way to handle the intrusive questions is to set clear boundaries about what topics are open for discussion and which ones are best to be avoided. Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 19 Feb. 2024 In his response, Putin acknowledged the certain restrictions in place, which Moscow fully complies with, but admitted there are areas open for discussion and consideration, suggesting the presence of potential prospects for cooperation. Helen Regan, CNN, 13 Sep. 2023 Relinquishing political control was off the table, but most other things were open for discussion. Ian Johnson, Foreign Affairs, 22 Aug. 2023 While there are no plans yet for a colorful Lego logo on the building’s front, the company and Samuels intend to keep the matter open for discussion. Catherine Carlock, BostonGlobe.com, 21 Aug. 2023 Montgomery is wise to leave the daily decision open for discussion, with no need to give the opposition a hint, and no need to worry about a dropoff. Globe Staff, BostonGlobe.com, 23 Apr. 2023 Lawler wouldn’t commit to anything in the long term but left the door open for discussion. Peter Warren, Dallas News, 27 Oct. 2022 Sales are still open for discussion. Annika Pham, Variety, 24 Aug. 2022 The Comeback, the greatest TV show in history (not open for discussion), only has two seasons to its name, premiering nine years apart. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 10 Aug. 2022

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“Open for discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/open%20for%20discussion. Accessed 16 Oct. 2024.

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