discuss
Usage
What are other ways to say discuss?
To discuss is to present varied opinions and views in consideration of a matter: to discuss ways and means. To argue is to present one's reasons for or against a thing: The scientists argued for a safer testing procedure; it may also imply disputing in an angry or excited way: His parents argue all the time. To debate is to interchange formal (usually opposing) arguments, especially on public questions: to debate a proposed amendment.
Example Sentences
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Some European officials huddled on a call to discuss the fallout from the president’s threat.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026
They will also need to discuss what lies in the future for the Islamic Republic’s regime, which is now “embittered.”
From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026
We’re ostensibly meeting to discuss the new film, directed by Steven Soderbergh, about a painter grappling with his legacy.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
She has met Health Secretary Wes Streeting to discuss the issue.
From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026
Biting into a tiny sugar-covered cake, I gave each of the girls the evil eye, letting them know Mamá was not a topic that we needed to discuss, not with a perfect stranger like Cecilia.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
