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
Such methods can be more convenient than consulting websites or discussing such issues with a friend, neighbor or faith leader.
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Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
The dour feeling that this book produces is the exact opposite of the invigorating excitement that Scorsese conveys when discussing movie magic.
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Michael O’Donnell,
The Atlantic,
2 July 2026
Sports fans expect synchronized experiences while discussing games online, viewers want to participate in broadcasts, and businesses increasingly rely on interactive experiences.
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Chris Allen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Fernandez referenced that argument Thursday when discussing the need for tougher boating laws and operator education.
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David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
That hot summer in Philadelphia, the 56 delegates of the Continental Congress who signed the historic document spent a lot of time in nearby taverns, drinking beer and discussing and debating the merits of trying to become an independent nation.
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Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
Reality does not change because people are uncomfortable discussing hard topics.
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Jackson Thompson Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
Experts say melatonin may be worth discussing as an add-on treatment for people whose pain interferes with sleep.
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Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
1 July 2026
That project could be included in the 2027 budget, which council is expected to begin discussing in the fall.
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Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Marc Ramirez,
USA Today,
3 July 2026
The dour feeling that this book produces is the exact opposite of the invigorating excitement that Scorsese conveys when discussing movie magic.
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Michael O’Donnell,
The Atlantic,
2 July 2026
Sports fans expect synchronized experiences while discussing games online, viewers want to participate in broadcasts, and businesses increasingly rely on interactive experiences.
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Chris Allen,
Forbes.com,
2 July 2026
Fernandez referenced that argument Thursday when discussing the need for tougher boating laws and operator education.
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David Goodhue,
Miami Herald,
2 July 2026
That hot summer in Philadelphia, the 56 delegates of the Continental Congress who signed the historic document spent a lot of time in nearby taverns, drinking beer and discussing and debating the merits of trying to become an independent nation.
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Jay R. Brooks,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
Reality does not change because people are uncomfortable discussing hard topics.
—
Jackson Thompson Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
2 July 2026
Experts say melatonin may be worth discussing as an add-on treatment for people whose pain interferes with sleep.
—
Tom Gavin,
EverydayHealth.com,
1 July 2026
That project could be included in the 2027 budget, which council is expected to begin discussing in the fall.
—
Carolyn Stein,
Chicago Tribune,
27 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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People are not only debating Bitcoin.
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Wall Street spent the week debating who the biggest winners and losers of the artificial intelligence boom will ultimately be.
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In 2022, Kroger announced a plan to merge with rival Albertsons, arguing that a larger chain would be better able to compete against rivals.
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The Department of Justice on Thursday declined to turn over additional information from the Epstein files as ordered by a judge, arguing the materials include sensitive victim information or were appropriately redacted as required by law.
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The sheriff's office reopened portions of the investigation roughly three years ago, reviewing thousands of case files and conducting interviews with Mansfield with assistance from federal and state authorities.
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After he was informed of the student’s death, Finkelstein did not change his practice of signing and approving the cardiovascular test results without meaningfully reviewing them, federal authorities said.
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