discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
di-ˈskə-shən 
1
: consideration of a question in open and usually informal debate
a heated political discussion
2
: a formal treatment of a topic in speech or writing
A discussion on the topic is included in the first chapter.
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Examples of discussion in a Sentence
The class was involved in a heated discussion about politics.
I hope to have a discussion with them about the matter soon.
After much discussion of the plan, the idea was rejected entirely.
During the period under discussion, the town grew in size.
The smoking ban is a major topic of discussion these days.
The article is an in-depth discussion of his theories.
The first chapter includes a discussion of childcare issues.
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During the discussion, she was asked if she's ever been confused for another celebrity.
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Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Once the consent calendar is moved and seconded, there is no discussion and there are no questions — the whole point of the consent calendar is to eliminate unnecessary discussions.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
Together, these discussions highlight a singular truth: the construction industry is at a watershed moment.
—Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
The topic ignited a firestorm of discussion on social media, and by Monday had made its way to ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show and FS1’s The Herd with Colin Cowherd.
—Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 8 Jan. 2025
Once the consent calendar is moved and seconded, there is no discussion and there are no questions — the whole point of the consent calendar is to eliminate unnecessary discussions.
—Kelly G. Richardson, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Jan. 2025
Together, these discussions highlight a singular truth: the construction industry is at a watershed moment.
—Angelica Krystle Donati, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
The topic ignited a firestorm of discussion on social media, and by Monday had made its way to ESPN’s Pat McAfee Show and FS1’s The Herd with Colin Cowherd.
—Stewart Mandel, The Athletic, 7 Jan. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.
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discussion
noun
dis·cus·sion
dis-ˈkəsh-ən
: conversation or debate for the purpose of understanding a question or subject
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