as in debating
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 discussing
The state’s Republican governor, Henry McMaster, and major GOP candidates to replace him have largely framed their responses to the measles outbreak around the concept of medical freedom, particularly when discussing vaccine mandates.
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Jennifer Berry Hawes, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
The culmination of these benefits and services has earned Smile Hair Clinic international healthcare accreditation and exposure in European press discussing medical tourism and aesthetic procedures in Turkey.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
When that time comes, maybe, as Reid suggested, the Chiefs would at least be open to discussing a reunion.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
What people are discussing is Sandra Hüller’s performance in Rose.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
Stephan was particularly concerned about how fearful county staffers appeared to be when discussing public contracts with investigators.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Nonetheless, after discussing the dilemma with Sporting KC’s owners and GM, the thought of turning England away was never seriously considered.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The body-cam footage shows the officers discussing the smell of alcohol on her breath and the presence of a half-empty wine bottle in the car.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
After all, the story is so endlessly compelling that people are still discussing and dissecting it 200 years later.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Jennifer Berry Hawes, CNN Money, 21 Feb. 2026
The culmination of these benefits and services has earned Smile Hair Clinic international healthcare accreditation and exposure in European press discussing medical tourism and aesthetic procedures in Turkey.
—Ethan Stone, USA Today, 20 Feb. 2026
When that time comes, maybe, as Reid suggested, the Chiefs would at least be open to discussing a reunion.
—Pete Sweeney, Kansas City Star, 20 Feb. 2026
What people are discussing is Sandra Hüller’s performance in Rose.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 20 Feb. 2026
Stephan was particularly concerned about how fearful county staffers appeared to be when discussing public contracts with investigators.
—Blake Nelson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
Nonetheless, after discussing the dilemma with Sporting KC’s owners and GM, the thought of turning England away was never seriously considered.
—Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 19 Feb. 2026
The body-cam footage shows the officers discussing the smell of alcohol on her breath and the presence of a half-empty wine bottle in the car.
—The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 19 Feb. 2026
After all, the story is so endlessly compelling that people are still discussing and dissecting it 200 years later.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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The union is actively in talks with city staff as of Thursday and is debating a recent offer.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
19 Feb. 2026
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The announcement was made Wednesday at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, where leading tech executives, government officials and AI researchers are debating how to use AI to solve real-world problems.—
Hanna Ziady,
CNN Money,
18 Feb. 2026
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The group sued top Missouri state officials and lawmakers in October, arguing the ballot measure, called Amendment 4, misled voters by burying its true intent — the direct democracy overhaul — under other bullet points.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
20 Feb. 2026
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The government defended the tariffs as legitimate responses to national security concerns and unfair trade practices, arguing that Congress had clearly intended to give presidents latitude to act swiftly.—
Nick Lichtenberg,
Fortune,
20 Feb. 2026
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As adroit Mercury starts reversing through your contemplative 12th house, its retrograde invites you to press pause on the cosmic movie in favor of reviewing what’s already happened.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
26 Feb. 2026
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Goals of the plan include reviewing academic programs, with an aim of enrolling 20 students per program, building financial strength and regaining accreditation.—
Rebecca Noel,
Charlotte Observer,
25 Feb. 2026
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“Discussing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussing. Accessed 27 Feb. 2026.
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