as in debating
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 discussing
That includes discussing the full range of available approaches—including where options like Myfembree may fit—within the context of your own symptoms, priorities and health history.
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Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026
Here is a look at Miami’s defensive roster after the NFL draft, discussing the potential roles of the newcomers added recently.
—Omar Kelly
may 1, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
While discussing the delicate tone of the show and its balance of being a satire on the Hollywood movie business and a love letter to chasing your dream, Cretton said the creative team focused on character to find their way.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
Coe had a history of discussing time spent behind bars, though both Rolling Stone and CNN say the extent of his criminal past — which included charges for grand theft auto and possession of burglary tools — was believed to have been hyperbolic.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
Meta executives spent much of Wednesday’s earnings call discussing AI agents, including the fact that many employees are using them to help with product development and other tasks.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Bigger Than Belief is a weekly, interfaith podcast that examines belief through the personal stories of believers – with a goal of discussing faith in a way that is relevant, true, and easy to understand.
—Adam Duxter, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
For the second time this week, the state Senate spent hours discussing complicated technology legislation, with lawmakers once again advancing a bill over strong objections that regulating rapidly changing technology could negatively affect local businesses.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
Host Kyle Brandt and WWE superstar Seth Rollins were discussing the differences between being a professional wrestler at age 39 and an NFL player at 42, and things got a little heated.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026
Here is a look at Miami’s defensive roster after the NFL draft, discussing the potential roles of the newcomers added recently.
—Omar Kelly
may 1, Miami Herald, 1 May 2026
While discussing the delicate tone of the show and its balance of being a satire on the Hollywood movie business and a love letter to chasing your dream, Cretton said the creative team focused on character to find their way.
—Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 30 Apr. 2026
Coe had a history of discussing time spent behind bars, though both Rolling Stone and CNN say the extent of his criminal past — which included charges for grand theft auto and possession of burglary tools — was believed to have been hyperbolic.
—Jami Ganz, New York Daily News, 30 Apr. 2026
Meta executives spent much of Wednesday’s earnings call discussing AI agents, including the fact that many employees are using them to help with product development and other tasks.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 30 Apr. 2026
Bigger Than Belief is a weekly, interfaith podcast that examines belief through the personal stories of believers – with a goal of discussing faith in a way that is relevant, true, and easy to understand.
—Adam Duxter, CBS News, 30 Apr. 2026
For the second time this week, the state Senate spent hours discussing complicated technology legislation, with lawmakers once again advancing a bill over strong objections that regulating rapidly changing technology could negatively affect local businesses.
—P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 24 Apr. 2026
Host Kyle Brandt and WWE superstar Seth Rollins were discussing the differences between being a professional wrestler at age 39 and an NFL player at 42, and things got a little heated.
—Austin Perry Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussing
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Idaho lawmakers spent hours debating a surge in rodents menacing Boise-area gardens and kitchens and threatening agriculture and public health.—
Karin Brulliard,
Washington Post,
25 Apr. 2026
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The hoods might just as well evoke the garb of Christian monks debating whether the soul is distinct from the body.—
Dawn Chan,
The New York Review of Books,
25 Apr. 2026
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DeSantis is arguing that Florida’s significant growth over the past few years merits a redraw of the state’s congressional boundaries.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
1 May 2026
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On homelessness, Steyer wants to expand interim housing options with services, arguing the state has focused too much on building permanent housing for the homeless that is too costly and takes too long to open.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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Ryan’s diagnosis of Horner after more than 18 hours of interviewing him as well as speaking to other witnesses and reviewing records listed 10 conditions including autism, ADHD, post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression and fetal alcohol spectrum disorder.—
Harriet Ramos,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
29 Apr. 2026
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Those tensions hit a new high when Reuters published an internal Defense Department email last week that proposed punishing Britain for its position on Iran by reviewing America’s position on the Falkland Islands.—
Freddie Clayton,
NBC news,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Discussing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussing. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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