as in to debate
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
we discussed the new proposal for the school stadium
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Recent Examples of discuss
Here’s a story from 2023 discussing his power potential.
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 8 June 2025
Polo was also in attendance at the anniversary screening and discussed how much of the film was a learning experience for her, making particular note of advice given to her by de Niro.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
Both are still discussed in terms of potential and the ability to break through.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 9 June 2025
Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
—Mark Cooper, New York Times, 8 June 2025
Polo was also in attendance at the anniversary screening and discussed how much of the film was a learning experience for her, making particular note of advice given to her by de Niro.
—Rance Collins, IndieWire, 8 June 2025
Both are still discussed in terms of potential and the ability to break through.
—Brad Biggs, Chicago Tribune, 8 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discuss
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While the cause and eventual outcome can be debated, the immediate impact was felt with shares of Tesla falling 14% on Thursday.—
JJ Kinahan,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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The Senate passed the bill on a vote of 19 to 13, which happened more than 16 hours after the chamber was scheduled to debate it.—
Kacen Bayless,
Kansas City Star,
5 June 2025
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Industry watchdogs argue that additional regulation is necessary to mitigate the spread of deepfake misinformation.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
3 June 2025
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The Entertainment Union Coalition argues that the bill will also help retain the existing workforce, which otherwise would continue to erode.—
Gene Maddaus,
Variety,
3 June 2025
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The creation of this content included the use of AI based on templates created, reviewed and edited by journalists in the newsroom.—
CA WILDFIRE BOT,
Sacbee.com,
2 June 2025
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In the most recent study led by Luque, researchers reviewed data from multiple observations of the planet.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
2 June 2025
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“Discuss.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discuss. Accessed 16 Jun. 2025.
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