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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 bizarre discovery came with a hefty veterinary bill of £1,700—approximately $2,200—leading to a discussion about the astonishing cost of pet care.
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Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The withdrawal of the US from UNESCO weakens the country’s ability to participate in key discussions on technology, education, heritage, and science, argue development experts Anne Campbell and Emily Markovich Morris in an article for the Brookings think tank.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Tice said that, if someone had asked him two years ago whether life ever existed on Mars, his answer would have been that scientists simply didn't know enough to have a meaningful discussion.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
In addition, the program includes discussions about cutting edge technologies and AI.
—Terry Flores, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
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Maria Morava, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
The withdrawal of the US from UNESCO weakens the country’s ability to participate in key discussions on technology, education, heritage, and science, argue development experts Anne Campbell and Emily Markovich Morris in an article for the Brookings think tank.
—Alexis Akwagyiram, semafor.com, 3 Oct. 2025
Tice said that, if someone had asked him two years ago whether life ever existed on Mars, his answer would have been that scientists simply didn't know enough to have a meaningful discussion.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 3 Oct. 2025
In addition, the program includes discussions about cutting edge technologies and AI.
—Terry Flores, Variety, 3 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
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Roughly halfway through the hour-long debate — largely characterized by frequent interruptions from Earle-Sears — Spanberger criticized Earle-Sears’ history of opposition to LGBTQ+ rights.—
Samantha Riedel,
Them.,
10 Oct. 2025
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There are also round tables and debates between professionals and activists from different fields – Brazilian and foreign – to discuss important contemporary environmental issues.—
Marcelo Cajueiro,
Variety,
10 Oct. 2025
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What To Know While speaking with CNN's Kaitlan Collins on Friday, Mamdani was asked about his conversation with the state's attorney general.—
Deputy News Editor,
MSNBC Newsweek,
11 Oct. 2025
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The event features a conversation with Claudia Sahm, chief economist of New Century Advisors and former section chief at the Federal Reserve Board.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Norway’s prime minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, has also proposed a ban for users under 15 years of age and his government launched a public consultation for a new law in June.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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Start with this list, then let detailed consultations and your comfort with the team guide the final call.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
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My and my colleagues’ research into the ways brain activity across people aligns or diverges as they converse suggests that seeking to persuade may not be the most fruitful way to approach a conversation.—
Emily Falk,
Scientific American,
25 Sep. 2025
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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Matthew Redmond 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.—
Matthew Redmond,
The Conversation,
9 Oct. 2025
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Pre-arrival photo consults help estimate graft counts, map a design, and explain how prices range with case complexity.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Oct. 2025
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On October 4, the 33-year-old pop star shared a clip that has fans bracing for more Taylor Swift discourse.—
Emily Tannenbaum,
Glamour,
5 Oct. 2025
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His moment in the spotlight hasn’t come without some political discourse.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Fortune,
5 Oct. 2025
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The talks may not result in a final deal, but at present Coinbase appears to have the inside track over Mastercard.—
Andrew Nusca,
Fortune,
10 Oct. 2025
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Negotiators met this week in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, which has mediated the talks, which led to the announcement of the agreement yesterday.—
Yamiche Alcindor,
NBC news,
10 Oct. 2025
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The exchanges have included headline-making ripostes from Christian Pulisic and his entourage.—
Adam Crafton,
New York Times,
7 Oct. 2025
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The second phase of the drill will include exchanges between British and Indian naval personnel.—
Ryan Chan,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Oct. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 11 Oct. 2025.
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