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.
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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Writing about an unreported story in Connecticut, Amore reveals quiet discussions of a possible merger of the Big East and the ACC.
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Ralph Loomis, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
But after four years, tension started to build, especially around discussions of parenthood.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Goldberg issued her warning amid a Hot Topics discussion breaking down actors Ike Barinholtz and Dax Shepard discussing on a recent podcast episode the appropriate age parents should stop appearing naked in front of their children.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
During the roundtable discussion, many participants raised concerns about the high cost of doing business in California, saying there are too many fees, taxes and regulations that small business owners face.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 1 Apr. 2025
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Ralph Loomis, Hartford Courant, 1 Apr. 2025
But after four years, tension started to build, especially around discussions of parenthood.
—Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2025
Goldberg issued her warning amid a Hot Topics discussion breaking down actors Ike Barinholtz and Dax Shepard discussing on a recent podcast episode the appropriate age parents should stop appearing naked in front of their children.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 1 Apr. 2025
During the roundtable discussion, many participants raised concerns about the high cost of doing business in California, saying there are too many fees, taxes and regulations that small business owners face.
—Linh Tat, Oc Register, 1 Apr. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 7 Apr. 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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