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as in debates
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the discussion about the club budget went on for hours
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as in conversations
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussions
The Kim-Xi meeting could include discussions on resuming Chinese tourism to North Korea and opening a bridge over the Yalu River that has remained unused years after its completion, Koh said.
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ABC News, 7 June 2026
Simard’s discussions with First Native people led her to include centuries-old Indigenous, natural-world wisdom into her studies and conclusions.
—The Know, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
While Black voters stayed a vital part of the Democratic base, the results sparked new discussions about turnout, voter engagement, and whether Democrats are focused on issues that matter to Black men.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The dispute risks derailing the discussions on a truce extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and future talks over Iran’s nuclear program.
—Arsalan Shahla, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Macron and Merz left after a couple of hours of discussions, leaving Starmer to continue talks with Zelensky.
—Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
There have been discussions over the past four months about whether Guthrie was abducted by just one person, or if multiple people participated.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 7 June 2026
After discussions with organizers and security partners, the museum opted to postpone the lecture to a later date.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 31 May 2026
If those discussions didn’t happen, that’s all the more reason to seek out a second opinion from another fee-only financial planner.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
ABC News, 7 June 2026
Simard’s discussions with First Native people led her to include centuries-old Indigenous, natural-world wisdom into her studies and conclusions.
—The Know, Denver Post, 7 June 2026
While Black voters stayed a vital part of the Democratic base, the results sparked new discussions about turnout, voter engagement, and whether Democrats are focused on issues that matter to Black men.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 June 2026
The dispute risks derailing the discussions on a truce extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and future talks over Iran’s nuclear program.
—Arsalan Shahla, Fortune, 7 June 2026
Macron and Merz left after a couple of hours of discussions, leaving Starmer to continue talks with Zelensky.
—Pan Pylas, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
There have been discussions over the past four months about whether Guthrie was abducted by just one person, or if multiple people participated.
—Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 7 June 2026
After discussions with organizers and security partners, the museum opted to postpone the lecture to a later date.
—Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 31 May 2026
If those discussions didn’t happen, that’s all the more reason to seek out a second opinion from another fee-only financial planner.
—Liz Weston, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussions
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The jury, under the excellent presidency of Park Chan-wook, who was both generous and confident, had extremely varied and highly democratic debates.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Giant has provoked so many think-pieces and conversations and debates, which have caused people to flock to the show — you guys made your money back in 10 weeks, which just doesn’t happen.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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Those techniques facilitate back-and-forth conversations between the target and the AI clone voice, potentially making the scam more convincing, Ajder said.—
CNN.com Wire Service,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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For many of the scouts on lottery teams, conversations have centered on KU’s Darryn Peterson.—
Shreyas Laddha,
Kansas City Star,
29 May 2026
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The target is settling lower after consultations with advisers and investors, the people said, asking not to be identified as the information isn’t public.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Kansas City’s plan was the product of three years of preparations, research and consultations from 118 residents and human rights organizations and business support professionals, according to KC2026.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
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The talks, conducted in coordination with the US, lasted into the early hours of this morning, the source said, as the US was striking Iran.—
Arpita Dasika,
CNN Money,
11 June 2026
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Newly promoted Bolton Wanderers are currently in talks to sign the versatile 22-year-old, with other Championship clubs also interested.—
Andy Jones,
New York Times,
10 June 2026
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Talcove consults with the government on tracking illicit funds.—
Laura Geller,
CBS News,
1 June 2026
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But since this efficiency exercise was first announced, the amount the state expects to save from the consults’ recommendations has been dramatically reduced.—
William Melhado,
Sacbee.com,
29 May 2026
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Community, one that opens up dialogues and offers support and recognition for other women.—
Maggie Ryan,
Flow Space,
26 May 2026
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In Plato’s dialogues, characters often radically change their opinions.—
Ryan Leack,
The Conversation,
14 May 2026
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The future of college football is once again up for debate, with prominent voices from major conferences and teams giving their opinions on NIL as the federal government works through potential legislation to regulate the sport.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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The Protect College Sports Act would allow the NCAA to limit transfers and eligibility, enforce a spending cap, give conferences the option to pool their television rights and prevent coaches from leaving their teams before the end of the season.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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Attorneys will finalize jury instructions before deliberations begin following the closing arguments on Tuesday.—
Shambhavi Rimal,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 June 2026
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Closing arguments in the case are slated for Tuesday morning, after which the jury will start deliberations.—
Suzanne Gamboa,
NBC news,
8 June 2026
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“Discussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussions. Accessed 11 Jun. 2026.
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