mooting

verb

Definition of mootingnext
present participle of moot
1
as in introducing
to present or bring forward for discussion conservatives had shouted down the proposal when it was first mooted

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2
as in discussing
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion the issue of whether a person's nature or upbringing is more important continues to be mooted by experts and laymen alike

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  1. introducing
  2. discussing
  3. raising
  4. arguing
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  • Worldly Whites and Alternative Sparklers While Sauvignon Blanc remains very popular, there’s a rising interest in introducing guests to a wider variety of aromatic white wines from around the world.
    Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • All Fresh Seafood was one of the first direct to consumer suppliers who took on the challenge of introducing fresh seafood to all Americans.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of introducing
Verb
  • And here's Wyden discussing his concerns.
    Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Joe Rogan, one of the most influential podcasters, even amplified the wild claim by discussing it on a November episode of his show.
    Benjamin VanHoose, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of discussing
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  • Harris has come under fire for losing her campaign despite raising more than $1 billion.
    Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
  • About 32% of owners reported raising compensation, up a point from October.
    Lucia Mutikani, USA TODAY, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of raising
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  • Nevertheless, Phelps remains resolute in his defense of the playoff format, arguing its fairness and noting its creation was heavily influenced by fan preferences.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The president-elect says Biden is responsible for the wars in Gaza and Ukraine, arguing that policies under his watch led to Hamas and Russia becoming emboldened.
    Aamer Madhani and Zeke Miller, Los Angeles Times, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of arguing
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