as in debated
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
we discussed the new proposal for the school stadium
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Recent Examples of discussed
For example, as part of its agreement with OpenAI, Nvidia has reportedly discussed guaranteeing loans the startup would use to build its own data centers—a move that could leave the chipmaker on the hook for billions in debt if OpenAI can’t repay.
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Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Beyond Tuesday’s news, here’s a look at what else happened recently that has already given the trial shape — from who will be called to the witness stand, to which financial disclosures will be discussed, to the likelihood of a settlement.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
Mamdani also discussed ways to tackle New York City’s high costs of living, including housing and transportation policies.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
This year’s class of 10 Artisans to Watch discussed the importance of collaboration.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
But as the crowd discussed progress in Hollywood, Moore’s voice carried a different weight.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Ever the raconteur, Smith discussed writing the book, her childhood, and even her fashion.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Escola had previously discussed work in the film world and Miss Piggy.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
In an interview with Billboard Japan, the group discussed a wide range of topics, from the creative process behind the new release to their aspirations for 2026.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 5 Nov. 2025
Beyond Tuesday’s news, here’s a look at what else happened recently that has already given the trial shape — from who will be called to the witness stand, to which financial disclosures will be discussed, to the likelihood of a settlement.
—Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 5 Nov. 2025
Mamdani also discussed ways to tackle New York City’s high costs of living, including housing and transportation policies.
—Andrew Stanton, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2025
This year’s class of 10 Artisans to Watch discussed the importance of collaboration.
—Leia Mendoza, Variety, 5 Nov. 2025
But as the crowd discussed progress in Hollywood, Moore’s voice carried a different weight.
—Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2025
Ever the raconteur, Smith discussed writing the book, her childhood, and even her fashion.
—Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2025
Escola had previously discussed work in the film world and Miss Piggy.
—Mathew Rodriguez, Them., 5 Nov. 2025
In an interview with Billboard Japan, the group discussed a wide range of topics, from the creative process behind the new release to their aspirations for 2026.
—Billboard Japan, Billboard, 4 Nov. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussed
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Though the Maldives is the first country to enact such a ban, similar proposals have been debated – and nearly imposed – in other parts of the world.—
Jessie Yeung,
CNN Money,
3 Nov. 2025
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Williams, an undersized combo forward who carves out space at will and debated turning pro after a first-team All-Big-12 campaign last year, will be the fulcrum of everything after transferring from Texas Tech.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
3 Nov. 2025
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When its army entered Gaza in late 1956, the Israeli government argued that national security interests required it to control the Strip.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
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The issue of filing deadlines wasn't argued before the Supreme Court, nor the circuit court, Wood said.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 Nov. 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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The accounts, reviewed by Fox News Digital, display an identical profile picture, consistent with the image cited in the affidavit.—
Sarah Rumpf-Whitten , Julia Bonavita,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Discussed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussed. Accessed 8 Nov. 2025.
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