as in to discuss
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
the issue's been batted around, but nothing's ever been done
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Volodin said merely discussing a plot to assassinate Putin was path to nuclear war and that Carlson's comments should be investigated further.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
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This new take mixes the classic with the modern to give families with teens plenty to discuss.—
DeVonne Goode,
Parents,
29 Jan. 2025
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While countries in Western Europe are debating spending more on their militaries, those closer to Moscow have already acted.—
Josh Holder,
New York Times,
25 Jan. 2025
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With radical policy shifts looming in Donald Trump’s new administration, many federal employees are surely debating a difficult question: Resign?—
Eric Muller,
Twin Cities,
23 Jan. 2025
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This list includes Frenkie de Jong, Andreas Christensen and Eric Garcia, alongside midfield duo Gavi and Pedri — the latter two are in talks over extending their deals, with conversations with 22-year-old Pedri progressing well and on track for a long-term commitment.—
Pol Ballús,
The Athletic,
22 Jan. 2025
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There had been disputes in the high-stakes talks over the terms, which have always included the return by Hamas of the remaining hostages, and the military withdrawal by Israel from the Gaza Strip.—
Kevin Shalvey,
ABC News,
15 Jan. 2025
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Democrats in the state have criticized the plan, though, and have instead argued Tennessee should dip into its cash reserves to grant the funds outright.—
Vivian Jones,
The Tennessean,
3 Feb. 2025
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The shooting The surviving victim said prior to the shooting Navarro had been arguing with her mother and said this was something that happened often, a Kansas City police detective wrote in court documents.—
Nathan Pilling,
Kansas City Star,
3 Feb. 2025
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