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
In discussing prospects, Lyman mentioned resources like the Commonwealth AI group.
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John Werner, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Once women start openly discussing the realities of midlife, many also begin exploring new ways to regulate stress, improve sleep, support mental clarity and navigate aging on their own terms.
—Aisha Alves, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Coley, officials said, was intercepted numerous times over a wiretap discussing drug trafficking activity with Canada.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Kylie recently opened up about her thoughts for her daughters' future careers, discussing her predictions on an April episode of her podcast.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Future Good Lease Vibes Only seminars will include input from experts in Gates’ network of real estate professionals, each one discussing his or her own specialty.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Aubrey explains that discussing difficult topics openly has become a central part of the podcast’s purpose, particularly when those topics are often avoided in everyday conversation.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Blue Planet then took the focus, with broadcasters Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin discussing the importance of the franchise on plastics and environmental awareness of our oceans.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 8 May 2026
His office said the Los Angeles Police Department's Major Crimes Division is investigating and discussing next steps with the LA County District Attorney's Office.
—Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 8 May 2026
John Werner, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
Once women start openly discussing the realities of midlife, many also begin exploring new ways to regulate stress, improve sleep, support mental clarity and navigate aging on their own terms.
—Aisha Alves, Rolling Stone, 15 May 2026
Coley, officials said, was intercepted numerous times over a wiretap discussing drug trafficking activity with Canada.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 14 May 2026
Kylie recently opened up about her thoughts for her daughters' future careers, discussing her predictions on an April episode of her podcast.
—Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026
Future Good Lease Vibes Only seminars will include input from experts in Gates’ network of real estate professionals, each one discussing his or her own specialty.
—Larry D. Urish, Oc Register, 14 May 2026
Aubrey explains that discussing difficult topics openly has become a central part of the podcast’s purpose, particularly when those topics are often avoided in everyday conversation.
—Malana Vantyler, USA Today, 8 May 2026
Blue Planet then took the focus, with broadcasters Steve Backshall and Liz Bonnin discussing the importance of the franchise on plastics and environmental awareness of our oceans.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 8 May 2026
His office said the Los Angeles Police Department's Major Crimes Division is investigating and discussing next steps with the LA County District Attorney's Office.
—Lauren Pozen, CBS News, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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Their days are spent swimming in the lake, picnicking by the beach and debating poetry and literature.—
Lovia Gyarkye,
HollywoodReporter,
16 May 2026
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One scene shows the crew in a garage deconstructing a surfboard and passionately debating where the fins should go.—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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In recent years, a few prominent detransitioners, including Chloe Cole and Prisha Mosley, have advocated for restrictions on transition care for minors, arguing in lawsuits against doctors who treated them that their care was too easy to access and that doctors failed them.—
Jo Yurcaba,
NBC news,
16 May 2026
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James Ward During the debate, Republican candidate Steve Hilton said that only a small percentage of California has been developed for housing, arguing that the state should focus on building homes on undeveloped land rather than increasing density in existing cities.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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Kelce shared a carousel of mouthwatering snapshots of the shop's doughnuts, along with videos of him reviewing them while interacting with Bulloch and customers.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
13 May 2026
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Healey said reviewing the documents will not be completed before the two-day nominating convention opens Friday at Mohegan Sun but soon after, Healey said.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
13 May 2026
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“Discussing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussing. Accessed 17 May. 2026.
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