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 officials discussed specific plans being drawn up to bomb Houthi targets in Yemen over the next two days, debating the pros and cons of carrying out the strikes.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025 -
The Secretary discussed Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza, and efforts to help release the hostages and bring them home.—
Kevin Sabet,
Newsweek,
24 Mar. 2025
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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 21 May. 2025.
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