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 two tech firms are discussing a sizable deal to support data center development in the country which could ultimately be worth billions of dollars, a person familiar with the matter told CNBC, confirming earlier reporting from the Financial Times.
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Ryan Browne, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In partnership with The Hollywood Roosevelt, the series will see Murgatroyd catch up with fellow reality television stars at the iconic hotel, discussing topics such as motherhood, entrepreneurship, career journeys and their favorite reality TV obsessions.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
City officials began discussing shelter fees earlier this year.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Bloomberg, who previously spent millions to oppose Mamdani’s primary bid, did not endorse the socialist but spent the session discussing transportation, policing, and the mechanics of City Hall staffing.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
This contradicts the language Paxton has used when discussing these and other firms.
—Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
The 63-year-old NBA commissioner who came up under the fire-breathing David Stern, and who has chosen diplomacy over dictatorship since taking over in 2014, doesn’t typically stick his chest out when discussing such matters of governance.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Just before the shot was fired, Kirk and another speaker were discussing school shooters who identify as transgender.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Others online pointed out the irony that, at the time of the shooting, Kirk was discussing with an audience member the issue of gun violence in the country.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2025
Ryan Browne, CNBC, 12 Sep. 2025
In partnership with The Hollywood Roosevelt, the series will see Murgatroyd catch up with fellow reality television stars at the iconic hotel, discussing topics such as motherhood, entrepreneurship, career journeys and their favorite reality TV obsessions.
—Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 12 Sep. 2025
City officials began discussing shelter fees earlier this year.
—Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 12 Sep. 2025
Bloomberg, who previously spent millions to oppose Mamdani’s primary bid, did not endorse the socialist but spent the session discussing transportation, policing, and the mechanics of City Hall staffing.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 12 Sep. 2025
This contradicts the language Paxton has used when discussing these and other firms.
—Kimberly Ross, The Washington Examiner, 12 Sep. 2025
The 63-year-old NBA commissioner who came up under the fire-breathing David Stern, and who has chosen diplomacy over dictatorship since taking over in 2014, doesn’t typically stick his chest out when discussing such matters of governance.
—Sam Amick, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2025
Just before the shot was fired, Kirk and another speaker were discussing school shooters who identify as transgender.
—Christopher Cann, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
Others online pointed out the irony that, at the time of the shooting, Kirk was discussing with an audience member the issue of gun violence in the country.
—Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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Emery is more articulate than many, and debating the fairness of the current system is a worthy endeavour, but even that snippet was rooted in a generous interpretation of ‘good management’.—
Chris Weatherspoon,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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Prompted by a question his son had about the number pi, Brooks began debating math with ChatGPT – particularly the idea that numbers do not just stay the same and can change over time.—
Hadas Gold,
CNN Money,
5 Sep. 2025
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Who doesn’t have childhood memories of arguing about Boardwalk and Park Place until the popcorn bowl got knocked over during an evening of wholesome family entertainment?—
Michael Deeds,
Idaho Statesman,
11 Sep. 2025
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In one video, a female student and the professor can be heard arguing over gender identity being taught in a children’s literature class.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
11 Sep. 2025
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Students passed around videos, glanced at photos and saw close-ups, reviewing every angle of the moment he was shot.—
Rachel Hale,
USA Today,
12 Sep. 2025
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Prosecutors are seeking life in prison without parole and are reviewing whether the case qualifies for the death penalty.—
Peter D'Abrosca , Stepheny Price , Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
11 Sep. 2025
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“Discussing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussing. Accessed 13 Sep. 2025.
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