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discuss

[dih-skuhs] / dɪˈskʌs /


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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Ken Craft, whose nonprofit supervises the Budget Inn, declined to discuss specific cases.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Felix Salmon, Elizabeth Spiers, and Emily Peck discuss what this deal says about the private and public markets and try to wrap their heads around the astronomical valuations of OpenAI and SpaceX.

From Slate • Apr. 4, 2026

But people who've experienced infertility say it can be a difficult subject to discuss with friends, family and colleagues.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

He went beyond what he had been authorized by Mr. Clinton to discuss and announced a tentative agreement with Kim—on CNN.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Chancellor, the Collective is waiting to discuss our strategy.”

From "The Last Cuentista" by Donna Barba Higuera