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
The leaders discussed trade on Thursday, with Xi saying that China’s door of opportunity will open wider.
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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
Neither have discussed what was said, but Starmer’s office insisted that the health secretary retains the prime minister’s full support.
—Pan Pylas, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and his big brother, Jason, discussed the Chiefs’ potential schedule on the latest episode of the New Heights podcast.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026
The topics on talk radio are varied, though the lives of celebrities and political issues are commonly discussed.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve — who famously blasted officiating during last year’s playoffs and was later hit with the largest fine in league history — said the current product is not what members of the task force discussed.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The dispute was sparked two weeks ago when Sharon Sardina heard from a friend that her 17-year-old son was being discussed online.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The three candidates discussed affordability, public safety and more.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 7 May 2026
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
Neither have discussed what was said, but Starmer’s office insisted that the health secretary retains the prime minister’s full support.
—Pan Pylas, Fortune, 13 May 2026
Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and his big brother, Jason, discussed the Chiefs’ potential schedule on the latest episode of the New Heights podcast.
—Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026
The topics on talk radio are varied, though the lives of celebrities and political issues are commonly discussed.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 13 May 2026
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve — who famously blasted officiating during last year’s playoffs and was later hit with the largest fine in league history — said the current product is not what members of the task force discussed.
—Amber Harding Outkick, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
The dispute was sparked two weeks ago when Sharon Sardina heard from a friend that her 17-year-old son was being discussed online.
—Los Angeles Times, 13 May 2026
The three candidates discussed affordability, public safety and more.
—Paris Barraza, USA Today, 7 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussed
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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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Albares argued that none of this ought to threaten Spain’s many bonds to the United States.—
Ishaan Tharoor,
New Yorker,
13 May 2026
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While the election result will not change the composition of Britain's parliament or its government, some lawmakers have argued the outcome was a protest from the electorate against Starmer's policy mix.—
Chloe Taylor,
CNBC,
12 May 2026
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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 Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
10 May 2026
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This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a USA Today editor.—
USA Today staff,
USA Today,
10 May 2026
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“Discussed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussed. Accessed 14 May. 2026.
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