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as in debate
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 conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussion
The portal is open through Friday, at which point the discussion pivots from who’s going to who’s coming.
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
This became a matter of discussion on a recent episode of The Real Brady Bros, the rewatch podcast led by Barry Williams (Greg) and Christopher Knight (Peter), with special guests Susan Olsen (Cindy) and Mike Lookinland (Bobby) making an appearance.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But while most discussions focused on the negative aspects of AI – stealing the vocals, notes and likenesses of public figures without permission – Travis represents a productive use of the technology.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
In a new Good Hang podcast discussion with Abbott Elementary's Quinta Brunson, Poehler discussed developing Leslie as a character ahead of the show's 2009 pilot episode, right down to the strikingly blonde hair on her head and what that said about the character at the time.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Apr. 2025
This became a matter of discussion on a recent episode of The Real Brady Bros, the rewatch podcast led by Barry Williams (Greg) and Christopher Knight (Peter), with special guests Susan Olsen (Cindy) and Mike Lookinland (Bobby) making an appearance.
—Jordan Hoffman, EW.com, 24 Apr. 2025
But while most discussions focused on the negative aspects of AI – stealing the vocals, notes and likenesses of public figures without permission – Travis represents a productive use of the technology.
—Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 9 Apr. 2025
In a new Good Hang podcast discussion with Abbott Elementary's Quinta Brunson, Poehler discussed developing Leslie as a character ahead of the show's 2009 pilot episode, right down to the strikingly blonde hair on her head and what that said about the character at the time.
—Joey Nolfi, EW.com, 9 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussion
Noun
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In the original post, unlike the current debate, the user set the scene and provided some constraints.—
Amaris Encinas,
USA Today,
1 May 2025
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This seeming contradiction can be understood when the executive order is viewed against the backdrop of current education policy debates.—
F. Chris Curran,
The Conversation,
30 Apr. 2025
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The pair are on opposite ends of the global conversation about gender and trans rights: Pascal, the brother of trans actress Lux, is a pro-trans advocate while Rowling has long espoused anti-trans views.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
25 Apr. 2025
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Listen to this article 1 min The Los Angeles Kings hosted the Edmonton Oilers Monday for a first-round Stanley Cup playoff game, and a pregame performance became a topic of conversation.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
25 Apr. 2025
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The residency includes consultations with industry professionals.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
25 Apr. 2025
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Among other services, LPE will help embed sustainability values in scripts through consultations, and provide training, panels and courses to up-skill industry works.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
23 Apr. 2025
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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The chatbot converses with patients while simultaneously reviewing their medical records, then generates a ranked list of diagnoses and makes recommendations, such as for prescription drugs or lab tests.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
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Even during bad economies, when layoffs are rampant and often more justified, the results are similar — and that’s according to Bain & Company, which, ironically, consults for firms that make cuts.—
Mark Dent,
thehustle.co,
7 Mar. 2025
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The recent trip for the derm consult proved to be good and my dog is to continue with his ASIT injections.—
Dr. John De Jong,
Boston Herald,
20 Oct. 2024
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Cassell occasionally brings this discourse to life as a panel host and guest.—
Cassell Ferere,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
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Viral discourse on the subject ranged in topic from religious to racial.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
27 Apr. 2025
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Russia and Ukraine haven't held direct talks in years.—
USA Today,
USA Today,
22 Apr. 2025
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The new plan, according to his talks with prison officials, is to house people awaiting deportation.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
21 Apr. 2025
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The Bears received the Nos. 56, 62 and 109 picks in exchange for Nos. 41, 72 and 240.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
26 Apr. 2025
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Atlanta sent the Los Angeles Rams the 46th and 242nd picks in this year’s draft and its first-round pick next year in exchange for the Pearce pick and the 101st pick in this year’s draft.—
Josh Kendall,
New York Times,
26 Apr. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussion. Accessed 5 May. 2025.
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