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as in debates
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 conversations
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussions
While the fatalities have occurred along the Central Coast and in Northern California, the phenomenon has prompted concerns and discussions among mycological societies and amateur foragers across the Golden State.
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Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Two years ago, PURA launched the Stakeholder Group Compensation Program, which helps families and small businesses join discussions at PURA.
—Kendall Keelen, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
The rest of the excerpt featured discussions about the economy and immigration, with Llamas rather gently posing his questions to the president.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 8 Feb. 2026
Negotiators are expected to continue discussions in hopes of reaching an agreement.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Humans stepped in when discussions became nuanced or high-stakes.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
No, the Heat never got deep into discussions for Ja Morant.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are working toward finalizing an agreement to make Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak their head coach, a person with knowledge of the discussions said Sunday.
—Mark Anderson, Arkansas Online, 2 Feb. 2026
While centering on twenty-first-century rhetoric, IPS programs often incorporate embodied learning models including meditation, somatic movement, play, collaborative cooking, and other experiential activities alongside presentations, discussions, and publications.
—Catherine Taft, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 Feb. 2026
Two years ago, PURA launched the Stakeholder Group Compensation Program, which helps families and small businesses join discussions at PURA.
—Kendall Keelen, Hartford Courant, 8 Feb. 2026
The rest of the excerpt featured discussions about the economy and immigration, with Llamas rather gently posing his questions to the president.
—Ted Johnson, Deadline, 8 Feb. 2026
Negotiators are expected to continue discussions in hopes of reaching an agreement.
—Da Lin, CBS News, 8 Feb. 2026
Humans stepped in when discussions became nuanced or high-stakes.
—Matt Emma, USA Today, 8 Feb. 2026
No, the Heat never got deep into discussions for Ja Morant.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 7 Feb. 2026
The Las Vegas Raiders are working toward finalizing an agreement to make Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak their head coach, a person with knowledge of the discussions said Sunday.
—Mark Anderson, Arkansas Online, 2 Feb. 2026
While centering on twenty-first-century rhetoric, IPS programs often incorporate embodied learning models including meditation, somatic movement, play, collaborative cooking, and other experiential activities alongside presentations, discussions, and publications.
—Catherine Taft, Artforum, 1 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussions
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The same rule that bans smoking and the use of cell phones during debates, among other things, also bars the display of slogans, banners or plaques.—
Mark Pazniokas,
Hartford Courant,
5 Feb. 2026
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Legal closure, unresolved debates With the misdemeanor plea now entered, Kamau avoids a felony conviction and the uncertainty of a jury trial.—
Zachary Bynum,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2026
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Those close calls spurred hard conversations after the ’05 disappointment.—
Edgar Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
13 Feb. 2026
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This is when conversations about the area began to evolve, leading to more multifaceted developments created with the community in mind, according to Hill.—
Everett Eaton,
jsonline.com,
13 Feb. 2026
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The company offers free consultations and publishes educational resources addressing common tax-debt questions.—
Deane Biermeier,
USA Today,
13 Feb. 2026
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Costs vary based on the complexity of the case, but most reputable firms offer consultations and flexible payment plans.—
Gretchen Wittenmyer-Stone
February 10,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Feb. 2026
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Aside from a prisoner exchange, little, if any, progress was made in the talks.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
12 Feb. 2026
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Shein says Iran may be stalling diplomatically to see whether Washington limits talks to nuclear issues while avoiding missile constraints.—
Efrat Lachter,
FOXNews.com,
11 Feb. 2026
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As an industry analyst, author Bob O’Donnell works and consults with a wide range of tech companies, including T-Mobile.—
Bob O'Donnell,
USA Today,
11 Feb. 2026
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Guests are able to arrange consults with local amchi—traditional Bhutanese doctors—and resident practitioners will lead mindfulness and breathwork sessions.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
1 Feb. 2026
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Trump also canceled bilateral dialogues on regional matters including immigration, drug-trafficking and maritime issues.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
7 Feb. 2026
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Engage in regular, proactive dialogues with institutional investors, demonstrating accessibility and a willingness to listen.—
Sam Wolf,
Fortune,
5 Feb. 2026
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The VdR–Industry program, which runs from April 19 to 22, includes project presentations, conferences and networking opportunities.—
Leo Barraclough,
Variety,
5 Feb. 2026
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The hotel and water park regularly serve as a venue for meetings, conferences and events, including the 2017 Wisconsin Republican Party convention and last year's state Democratic Party convention.—
Kayla Huynh,
jsonline.com,
5 Feb. 2026
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China is not currently a member of the WHO executive board, but other countries are allowed to attend its meetings and take part in its deliberations.—
Helen Branswell,
STAT,
6 Feb. 2026
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After days of deliberations, the House justice committee voted to dismiss the impeachment complaints filed by left-wing activists and a lawyer against Marcos.—
JIM GOMEZ THE ASSOCIATED PRESS,
Arkansas Online,
5 Feb. 2026
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“Discussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussions. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.
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