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as in debate
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the discussion about the club budget went on for hours
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as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussion
The summit unpacked these findings across multiple panels and discussions featuring media executives, content creators and academics.
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Andrew McGowan, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Moderated by Tori Douglas Magnolini, the next discussion featured Erin Goldson, Kara Brothers, and Kenya Eldridge, who dropped real-world gems on navigating dual careers, protecting your peace, and redefining success on your own terms.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
After the in-depth discussions at the forum, these insights called for a more dynamic medium to live on.
—Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Ford said the campaign, which included television spots set to air during the first two World Series games between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, was intended to spark discussion about the impact of tariffs on workers and businesses.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
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Andrew McGowan, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Moderated by Tori Douglas Magnolini, the next discussion featured Erin Goldson, Kara Brothers, and Kenya Eldridge, who dropped real-world gems on navigating dual careers, protecting your peace, and redefining success on your own terms.
—Larry Stansbury, Essence, 24 Oct. 2025
After the in-depth discussions at the forum, these insights called for a more dynamic medium to live on.
—Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2025
Ford said the campaign, which included television spots set to air during the first two World Series games between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers, was intended to spark discussion about the impact of tariffs on workers and businesses.
—Dan Gooding, MSNBC Newsweek, 24 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
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Japan’s new prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, has earned a reputation as a hardliner on immigration, an image that helped propel her to power amid rising nationalist sentiment and debate over Japan’s identity amid demographic decline.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
25 Oct. 2025
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As in years past, there was plenty of heated debate, some clever campaigning on social media, a last-minute push for votes from A-list significant others and a few races that were neck-and-neck right up until the last ballot was cast.—
Alex Apatoff,
PEOPLE,
24 Oct. 2025
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There were conversations about a young striker who was impressing at Southampton called Alan Shearer.—
Matt Woosnam,
New York Times,
25 Oct. 2025
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Barrymore, 50, spoke about her experience in rehab during a conversation with Mae Martin on The Drew Barrymore Show on Friday, Oct 24.—
Madison E. Goldberg,
PEOPLE,
25 Oct. 2025
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During his first Zoom consultation with clients, Perri always asked them to share their story.—
Rustin Dodd,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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After corresponding with Hallidie, Gillham invited him to Kansas City for a consultation in 1879.—
Michael Wells,
Kansas City Star,
22 Oct. 2025
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He and O’Ward converse in Spanish.—
Nick Remsen,
Vogue,
24 Oct. 2025
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Joy’s voice sits inside a rich octet, where horns and piano converse like old friends.—
Shelby Stewart,
Essence,
12 Oct. 2025
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Dental consult or mock-up session (if planned).—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Michael Watson does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Michael Watson,
The Conversation,
20 Oct. 2025
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Much of this year’s online discourse has grown particularly toxic, as many WNBA fans ruthlessly tear down players in the name of their faves, with many of these players experiencing a torrent of online and verbal abuse.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
27 Oct. 2025
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The flags in the AI image have also been a key part of this discourse, as social media users were quick to point out that the flag in the foreground has 40 stars rather than 50.—
Marni Rose McFall,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 Oct. 2025
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The best way to silence such talk is on the pitch.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
23 Oct. 2025
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The records obtained by The Star, Kehoe’s internal calendar entries, did not reveal the substance of the governor’s recent talks.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
23 Oct. 2025
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Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in jail for criminal conspiracy last month, for his role in a scheme to finance his 2007 presidential campaign with funds from Libya in exchange for diplomatic favors.—
Catherine Nicholls,
CNN Money,
21 Oct. 2025
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Iza forwarded the exchange to an associate, as well as a photo of himself posing with a group of officers.—
Jesse Hyde,
Rolling Stone,
21 Oct. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 28 Oct. 2025.
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