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.
Synonyms of discussion
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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CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
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But discussions about whether Ukraine will cede territory from its eastern border, particularly Donbas, to Russia remain one of the key tensions to ending the war.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 28 Dec. 2025
The talks in Canada and Florida are expected to include points on Ukrainian security guarantees, an issue that United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said is necessary for an agreement with Russia, as well as territorial discussions on the Donbas region, and postwar reconstruction.
—Connor Greene, Time, 27 Dec. 2025
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CBS News, 28 Dec. 2025
With the men of the colony raping them on a consistent basis, the women and girls decide to have a private discussion over how to move forward.
—Kevin Jacobsen, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Dec. 2025
But discussions about whether Ukraine will cede territory from its eastern border, particularly Donbas, to Russia remain one of the key tensions to ending the war.
—Mabinty Quarshie, The Washington Examiner, 28 Dec. 2025
The talks in Canada and Florida are expected to include points on Ukrainian security guarantees, an issue that United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said is necessary for an agreement with Russia, as well as territorial discussions on the Donbas region, and postwar reconstruction.
—Connor Greene, Time, 27 Dec. 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 31 Dec. 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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