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
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.
Recent Examples on the Web
The complaint states discussions continued between September 2023 and February 2024, including questions about the validity of the easement.
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Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
But discussion of key details about why the agency did not act sooner were delayed after directors of the agency known as SANDAG pushed the matter back two weeks.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2024
But emails show that, after a March 6 discussion between Meiner and Chief Deputy City Attorney Rob Rosenwald, all but one mention of Israel was removed.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2024
The sun’s alignment with retrograde Mercury instigates discussions regarding romantic or creative desires.
—USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2024
Ohtani knew nothing of the fraud or gambling payments and was purely a victim, Estrada said, adding that investigators reviewed electronic communications between Ohtani and Mizuhara, and none included discussions about gambling or authorization to access Ohtani’s bank account.
—Tony Saavedra, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
The spectacle itself soon dominated the discussion, rather than the actual, and quite damning, evidence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
Another great time to visit is during the annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration, held every September with dances, crafts, and educational discussions.
—Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
After a brief discussion about restaurant health inspection grades over breakfast, the singer and David find themselves in a back-and-forth about whose water glass is whose.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2024
Christina Hall, Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
But discussion of key details about why the agency did not act sooner were delayed after directors of the agency known as SANDAG pushed the matter back two weeks.
—Jeff McDonald, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Apr. 2024
But emails show that, after a March 6 discussion between Meiner and Chief Deputy City Attorney Rob Rosenwald, all but one mention of Israel was removed.
—Aaron Leibowitz, Miami Herald, 11 Apr. 2024
The sun’s alignment with retrograde Mercury instigates discussions regarding romantic or creative desires.
—USA TODAY, 11 Apr. 2024
Ohtani knew nothing of the fraud or gambling payments and was purely a victim, Estrada said, adding that investigators reviewed electronic communications between Ohtani and Mizuhara, and none included discussions about gambling or authorization to access Ohtani’s bank account.
—Tony Saavedra, Orange County Register, 11 Apr. 2024
The spectacle itself soon dominated the discussion, rather than the actual, and quite damning, evidence.
—Mary McNamara, Los Angeles Times, 11 Apr. 2024
Another great time to visit is during the annual Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration, held every September with dances, crafts, and educational discussions.
—Caroline Eubanks, Travel + Leisure, 11 Apr. 2024
After a brief discussion about restaurant health inspection grades over breakfast, the singer and David find themselves in a back-and-forth about whose water glass is whose.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 1 Apr. 2024
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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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