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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He also told reporters that he and Xi didn’t discuss tariffs.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 15, 2026
“This is a 20 minute recorded Zoom with Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to discuss the importance of investing in electric vehicles,” the document apparently prepared for Porter and her staff states.
From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026
Finally, this gives us an opportunity to discuss his own Eurovision performance.
From BBC • May 14, 2026
All eyes are on Beijing this week as President Donald Trump meets with China’s Xi Jinping to discuss everything from soybeans to AI chips.
From Barron's • May 14, 2026
One day, when her BDM leader requested discussion topics, Sophie suggested that the girls discuss Heine’s poetry.
From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
Vocabulary lists containing discuss
Jim Burke's Academic Vocabulary List
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The SAT: Language of the Test, List 5
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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