panel discussion

noun

: a formal discussion by a panel

Examples of panel discussion in a Sentence

a panel discussion on capital punishment
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Two panel discussions have also been revealed. Ellise Shafer, Variety, 13 Nov. 2025 Attendees experienced a dynamic mix of panel discussions, live performances, workshops, and industry mixers, all culminating in the Touring Awards Ceremony. Evan Burke, Billboard, 6 Nov. 2025 The event features nine feature films, a short film competition and showcases, panel discussions, a couple of master classes and an awards ceremony. Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Nov. 2025 Stay tuned Thursday for complete panel coverage, followed Monday by the release of the streaming site featuring all the panel discussions. The Deadline Team, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for panel discussion

Word History

First Known Use

1936, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of panel discussion was in 1936

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“Panel discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panel%20discussion. Accessed 14 Nov. 2025.

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