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Discussions and debates

discussion

noun

a conversation about something, usually something important

debate

noun

a discussion in which people or groups state different opinions about a subject

argument

noun

a discussion or debate between people with different views, opinions etc

consultation

noun

discussion between people or groups before they make a decision

exploration

noun

a thorough examination or discussion of a subject, idea etc

talks

noun

discussions between important people from opposing sides designed to help them agree about an issue

negotiation

noun

formal discussions in which people or groups try to reach an agreement, especially in a business or political situation

commentary

noun

a discussion of something such as an event or theory

inquest

noun

a discussion about the reasons for a bad situation

brainstorming

noun

a way of developing new ideas, through a discussion in which several people make lots of suggestions and the best ones are chosen

caxirola

a percussion instrument used by football fans which makes a rattling sound when shaken

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