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as in consultations
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the discussion about the club budget went on for hours
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as in conversations
talking or a talk between two or more people
discussions around the watercooler at work
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Recent Examples of discussions
But from the perspective of both parties, honest and open discussions pre-contract around goals, expectations and the very nature of the franchise model are crucial in ensuring that their new business relationships thrives.
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Fiona Simpson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Vietnam protested the incident in discussions with China’s Hanoi embassy.
—Nguyen Dieu Tu Uyen and Philip J. Heijmans / Bloomberg, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
Give champions a voice in leadership discussions.
—Tom Lawrence, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Even if your solution doesn’t directly address sustainability, showcasing your organization’s commitment through partnerships or thought leadership can help set your company apart in competitive discussions.
—Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
And holding more casual discussions can trigger new ideas.
—Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
By actively participating in discussions about the global economy, a Development Attaché helps identify synergies and opportunities that contribute not just to national growth but also to global development.
—Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The Wall Street Journal reports the airline has been in discussions with bondholders over the possible filing, as well as exploring an out-of-court restricting.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
Instead of the old closed-door meetings with family elders, include younger family members in wealth-planning discussions.
—April Rudin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Fiona Simpson, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Vietnam protested the incident in discussions with China’s Hanoi embassy.
—Nguyen Dieu Tu Uyen and Philip J. Heijmans / Bloomberg, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
Give champions a voice in leadership discussions.
—Tom Lawrence, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Even if your solution doesn’t directly address sustainability, showcasing your organization’s commitment through partnerships or thought leadership can help set your company apart in competitive discussions.
—Barry Reicherter, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
And holding more casual discussions can trigger new ideas.
—Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
By actively participating in discussions about the global economy, a Development Attaché helps identify synergies and opportunities that contribute not just to national growth but also to global development.
—Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
The Wall Street Journal reports the airline has been in discussions with bondholders over the possible filing, as well as exploring an out-of-court restricting.
—Chris Morris, Fortune, 4 Oct. 2024
Instead of the old closed-door meetings with family elders, include younger family members in wealth-planning discussions.
—April Rudin, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for discussions
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Thus, an important consideration for schools is if the telehealth vendor allows direct consultations with specific tele-counselors, or if schools are limited to communicating with a clinical team supervisor.Eric Wood, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Griffin Health caregivers will also be offering free blood pressure screenings and consultations.Brian Gioiele, Connecticut Post, 3 Oct. 2024
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Hosts may need to interject to keep conversations agreeable.Marni Jameson, arkansasonline.com, 5 Oct. 2024
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There’s a reason why companies should encourage coffee break conversations.Øyvind Forsbak, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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While the committee deliberations are not made public, the number of Broadway venues participating in light dimmings is generally viewed as reflecting the honoree’s influence, career span and even how recent a Broadway career has been.Greg Evans, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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During the deliberations, the commission called for the creation of a council district with a majority-Latino population in the west Valley.David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
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Qualitative feedback, open dialogues and a genuine interest in employee well-being are crucial for understanding the full picture.Tanya Arturi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The most effective leaders seem to be able to turn toxic conversations into more healthy dialogs.Martin Zwilling, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
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“Discussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discussions. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.
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