topic of discussion
noun phrase
: the subject being talked about
The proposed law became the central topic of discussion for the candidates.
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At the weekly Miami vigils, the treatment of the migrants held across the street is often a topic of discussion.
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Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Barrymore’s relationship status is a common topic of discussion on her talk show, with the host often reacting to the latest dating headlines, detailing all her dates gone wrong, reuniting with exes Justin Long and Luke Wilson, and asking guests for relationship advice.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
Additionally, parenthood was a major topic of discussion between the couple, with Jordan being a single father to a five-year-old boy.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Remodeling was also a topic of discussion, as Niccol noted the company has completed about 100 remodels.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
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Miami Herald, 24 Oct. 2025
Barrymore’s relationship status is a common topic of discussion on her talk show, with the host often reacting to the latest dating headlines, detailing all her dates gone wrong, reuniting with exes Justin Long and Luke Wilson, and asking guests for relationship advice.
—Emlyn Travis, Entertainment Weekly, 22 Oct. 2025
Additionally, parenthood was a major topic of discussion between the couple, with Jordan being a single father to a five-year-old boy.
—Giana Levy, Variety, 22 Oct. 2025
Remodeling was also a topic of discussion, as Niccol noted the company has completed about 100 remodels.
—Saleen Martin, USA Today, 21 Oct. 2025
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“Topic of discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/topic%20of%20discussion. Accessed 30 Oct. 2025.
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