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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"But we expect more room to discuss, to cooperate with Congress on global shared challenges" such as AI and cyber security.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
Russia and Ukraine are due to resume three-way negotiations on Nov. 10-11 in Abu Dhabi to discuss de-escalation of the war, humanitarian efforts and postwar security arrangements, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff wrote on X.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
The Chogm summit is held every two years and allows leaders and representatives of the 56 Commonwealth nations to discuss the future of the partnership.
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
Once you understand what you both can actually afford, you can discuss an equal percentage of income to contribute to rent, utilities, household expenses and other combined necessities.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 3, 2026
Karpov signed the contract, but when the promoters showed up in Reykjavik, Bobby wanted to be paid in three installments, one per meeting—in amounts of $20,000, $50,000, and $100,000 respectively—just to discuss it.
From "Endgame" by Frank Brady
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Asked what she discusses, she puts a finger to her lips and gives a gentle "shh".
From BBC ● Oct. 26, 2026
She explores why so many people eschew these products and discusses how to tell whether they make sense for you.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 21, 2026
Here, King discusses the most stressful part of her morning and her current dream interview.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 19, 2026
“The Odyssey” composer Ludwig Göransson discusses his continuing collaborations with Christopher Nolan and Ryan Coogler, where to get great Swedish cinnamon buns and his go-to hair products.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
While the rest of the group sips tea and discusses potential complications, I stand at the fence, blowing on Otto’s face and saying my good-byes.
From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer
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The U.S. and Israel have discussed phasing out grants, but the president’s comments suggest it could occur much faster than expected.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 4, 2026
Though he offered few specifics, Becerra discussed his priorities throughout the campaign.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026
Joshua Voak said it was concerning the environment had not been discussed much in the summer's election as "there are so many economic advantages to having a healthy environment".
From BBC ● Nov. 3, 2026
They discussed how Britain "was offering a structured dialogue for communities impacted by the transatlantic slave trade", including the "next steps", Downing Street said.
From Barron's ● Nov. 3, 2026
The Times's Vietnam story was not at the top of the agenda, though it was briefly discussed.
From "Most Dangerous: Daniel Ellsberg and the Secret History of the Vietnam War" by Steve Sheinkin
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Of 119 S&P 500 companies discussing the technology on investor calls, securities filings or news releases since last week, five have used some variation on “superintelligence,” a Wall Street Journal analysis found.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
He joked it should be renamed after him and spent considerable time discussing Washington, D.C. construction projects and resurrecting conspiracy theories about monument vandals.
From Salon ● Nov. 2, 2026
Moore runs Renegade: Cuts and Clobber, and said barber shops often became places where men felt comfortable discussing difficult issues.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
But von der Leyen used the term after landing in Montreal on Wednesday, saying the sides will "start discussing how to make Canada the first associate member of the EU."
From Barron's ● Oct. 29, 2026
I thought of discussing it with Togbe, but what would I even say?
From "Flying Through Water" by Mamle Wolo
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