debriefing

[dee-bree-fing] / diˈbri fɪŋ /

VERB

question

Synonyms

STRONGEST

interrogate

STRONG

examine grill interview investigate probe quiz

WEAK

ask questions cross-examine gather intelligence give the third degree put through the wringer work over

Antonyms

STRONG

answer

VERB

silence

Synonyms

STRONG

censor gag mute muzzle quash soft-pedal squelch stifle suppress

WEAK

dummy up hold one's tongue hush up put the lid on say nothing shut up sit on

Antonyms

STRONG

allow encourage help let go permit release sanction

Example Sentences

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Along with their superior speed, the Roche products seem competitive with Illumina’s in accuracy, according to Guggenheim’s report on the debriefing.

From Barron's • Oct. 16, 2025

“We’ll have a debriefing, and talk about some different things,” pitching coach Mark Prior said when Buehler was first hurt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 6, 2024

Among the changes the panel is recommending is better debriefing after something goes wrong so policies and practices can be tweaked.

From Seattle Times • May 6, 2024

Clinton said she "couldn't wait" to "see the reaction" of her parents at full-time but joked that she expected a potentially "harsh" debriefing from her dad on where she could still improve.

From BBC • Feb. 24, 2024

On Monday afternoon, not long after arriving—exhausted—in Washington, Marti Peterson was due for a debriefing with Admiral Stansfield Turner, the director of Central Intelligence.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau