as in discussed
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
the issue's been batted around, but nothing's ever been done
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The leaders discussed trade on Thursday, with Xi saying that China’s door of opportunity will open wider.—
Will Weissert,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026 -
In fact, the engagement party provides Testaments with the opportunity to introduce several characters who are often discussed but rarely seen.—
Amanda Whiting,
Vulture,
13 May 2026
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Strait to Hell, a high-octane, flag-waving, boots-on-the-ground simulator where freedom isn’t debated, it’s deployed.—
Alex Greenberger,
ARTnews.com,
11 May 2026
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Board members debated the organization chart two weeks ago and had initially planned to hold a non-voting workshop on Monday, with a final vote next week.—
Scott Travis,
Sun Sentinel,
11 May 2026
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“Batted (around or back and forth).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/batted%20%28around%20or%20back%20and%20forth%29. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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