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thrash (out or over)

verb

Definition of thrash (out or over)next
as in to discuss

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  1. discuss
  2. debate
  3. interrupt
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  • Under the memorandum of understanding the two sides signed in June that collapsed within days, Iran's nuclear program was meant to be discussed over a 60-day period.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 29 Sep. 2026
  • During a recent cover story for Vogue Arabia, Lohan discussed having become more vocal throughout her career.
    — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of discuss
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  • In 2014, under pressure from the activist investor ValueAct, Motorola Solutions board members debated whether to sell the whole company.
    — Andrew Edgecliffe-Johnson, semafor.com, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Trust must be earned at the dais, by members who debate respectfully, explain themselves honestly and treat neighbors as neighbors.
    — Miami Herald staff, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of debate
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  • In addition, orchard sanitation can interrupt the apple maggot’s life cycle.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Meanwhile, her work with Pola is interrupted by a girl who needs their help.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 29 Sep. 2026
Definition of interrupt
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“Thrash (out or over).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/thrash%20%28out%20or%20over%29. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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