under discussion

phrase

: being talked about
She usually has an opinion about whatever subject/topic/issue is under discussion.
During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.

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Two sustainability bond deals worth at least $100 million each are under discussion for mining projects in DR Congo, an executive told Semafor, as African governments look for new ways to ensure mining investment delivers broader economic benefits. Ruben Nyanguila, semafor.com, 24 July 2026 In documents preparing for the hearing, FDA scientists noted that the peptides under discussion aren’t well-understood or sufficiently studied, per NYT. Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 24 July 2026 As Sacramento leaders debated how to close a $66 million deficit, the city’s Office of Violence Prevention was one of the programs under discussion to be slashed. Joe Rubin, Sacbee.com, 24 July 2026 The itinerary and date are still under discussion and haven’t been finalized, the report said. Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 24 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for under discussion

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“Under discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/under%20discussion. Accessed 29 Jul. 2026.

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