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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Lawyers specializing in open government law told the Star-Telegram that the board likely violated the Texas Open Meetings Act with that closed-door discussion.
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Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
Complicating matters in the region are the U.S. and Iran’s efforts to resolve the stalemate in discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program and, specifically, uranium enrichment.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 June 2025
As Rodgers settles in out in Pittsburgh, the veteran quarterback was recently asked about his past discussions with the Giants.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Haynes added the unfunded positions may have to be eliminated as discussions begin in the coming months to finalize the budget.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
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Cody Copeland, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 12 June 2025
Complicating matters in the region are the U.S. and Iran’s efforts to resolve the stalemate in discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program and, specifically, uranium enrichment.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 12 June 2025
As Rodgers settles in out in Pittsburgh, the veteran quarterback was recently asked about his past discussions with the Giants.
—Justin Grasso, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025
Haynes added the unfunded positions may have to be eliminated as discussions begin in the coming months to finalize the budget.
—Ishani Desai, Sacbee.com, 11 June 2025
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“Discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/discussion. Accessed 17 Jun. 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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