as in debates
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
bandied around the idea of going out to dinner for their anniversary
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The crypto firm’s move comes as California debates a ballot measure that would tax billionaires 5% on their total wealth for healthcare funding.—
Queenie Wong,
Los Angeles Times,
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This lesson matters today as the international community debates the future of Venezuela.—
Rick Singh,
The Orlando Sentinel,
8 Jan. 2026
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Miami Dolphins coach Jeff Hafley discusses his plan to call defensive plays, his thoughts on the running game and building around the quarterback.—
Staff Reports,
Sun Sentinel,
22 Jan. 2026
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This article discusses the basics of how each card works, including the pros and cons.—
True Tamplin,
Forbes.com,
22 Jan. 2026
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Both experts acknowledge, as Camarda argues, that engineers cannot possibly predict exactly how the heat shield will behave.—
Jackie Wattles,
CNN Money,
23 Jan. 2026
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Along with the Office of the State Fire Marshal, the agency that had been working to review Sable’s restart plan, the attorney general argues that PHMSA’s decisions violate the Administrative Procedure Act and asked the court to overturn them.—
Grace Toohey,
Los Angeles Times,
23 Jan. 2026
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“Bandies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bandies. Accessed 25 Jan. 2026.
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