as in debating
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
we discussed the new proposal for the school stadium
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Recent Examples of discussing
State officials are also discussing possible rebate checks for taxpayers to help blunt high energy costs.
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Matthew Daly, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
The complaint says Heifler spent weeks discussing the plot with the undercover law enforcement official, and at one point went to scope out Kiswani's home.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
For anyone who expects to remain in a moderate or higher income bracket through retirement, this is a strategy worth discussing with a financial advisor now.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Other European leaders long ago stopped discussing any security issues in the presence of Orbán himself, who has repeatedly used his veto to block European sanctions on Russia and European aid for Ukraine.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Although Robbins could be talkative and engaging particularly when discussing his hometown Houston sports teams, there were also periods of sullen silence and self-medication.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
More from our chat discussing the above plot points and more will be available soon.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
Ro services and pricing A Ro overview would be complete without discussing the costs.
—Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Here is a look at Miami’s offensive roster, discussing the potential roles of the newcomers added recently.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Matthew Daly, Chicago Tribune, 28 Mar. 2026
The complaint says Heifler spent weeks discussing the plot with the undercover law enforcement official, and at one point went to scope out Kiswani's home.
—CBS News, 28 Mar. 2026
For anyone who expects to remain in a moderate or higher income bracket through retirement, this is a strategy worth discussing with a financial advisor now.
—Kansas City Star, 27 Mar. 2026
Other European leaders long ago stopped discussing any security issues in the presence of Orbán himself, who has repeatedly used his veto to block European sanctions on Russia and European aid for Ukraine.
—Anne Applebaum, The Atlantic, 27 Mar. 2026
Although Robbins could be talkative and engaging particularly when discussing his hometown Houston sports teams, there were also periods of sullen silence and self-medication.
—Jerry McDonald, Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2026
More from our chat discussing the above plot points and more will be available soon.
—Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 26 Mar. 2026
Ro services and pricing A Ro overview would be complete without discussing the costs.
—Rebecca Strong, USA Today, 26 Mar. 2026
Here is a look at Miami’s offensive roster, discussing the potential roles of the newcomers added recently.
—Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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Instead of debating calls for hours, fans get a clear answer almost instantly.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Congress would be debating mandatory water wings for airborne pups.—
Pat Beall,
Sun Sentinel,
27 Mar. 2026
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According to the judge’s order, Homeland Security is arguing that the legal basis of the deportations stems from a Biden-era agreement in which Mexico agreed to accept up to 30,000 Cubans, Nicaraguans, Haitians and Venezuelans monthly.—
Syra Ortiz Blanes,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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The manager of a nearby bodega said the victims were arguing with another teen before the shooting erupted.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
27 Mar. 2026
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The government is currently reviewing the charter, which is due for renewal at the end of 2027.—
K.J. Yossman,
Variety,
25 Mar. 2026
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For the next two weeks, the Artemis 2 astronauts will continue training and preparing for the mission, including conducting simulations, reviewing flight procedures, exercising and getting medical checkouts, according to NASA.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
25 Mar. 2026
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“Discussing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussing. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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