topic of discussion
noun phrase
: the subject being talked about
The proposed law became the central topic of discussion for the candidates.
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Ali Furman, consumer markets industry leader for PwC, said tariffs have become the number one topic of discussion among companies working with the consulting firm, and the conversations have reached the top of the C-suite.
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Melissa Repko,gabrielle Fonrouge,michael Wayland,amelia Lucas, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2025
Randle’s fit with Edwards, another player who likes to play in isolation, and non-shooters in Gobert and McDaniels has been a constant topic of discussion.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
Another possible topic of discussion, according to observers, was the detention in Iran of a prominent Italian reporter, Cecilia Sala.
—Emma Bubola, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Their unconventional relationship—and the whispers it’s sparked among the group—are the topic of discussion, with the cast questioning just how deep their ties really run.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 3 Jan. 2025
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Melissa Repko,gabrielle Fonrouge,michael Wayland,amelia Lucas, CNBC, 20 Jan. 2025
Randle’s fit with Edwards, another player who likes to play in isolation, and non-shooters in Gobert and McDaniels has been a constant topic of discussion.
—Jon Krawczynski, The Athletic, 18 Jan. 2025
Another possible topic of discussion, according to observers, was the detention in Iran of a prominent Italian reporter, Cecilia Sala.
—Emma Bubola, New York Times, 5 Jan. 2025
Their unconventional relationship—and the whispers it’s sparked among the group—are the topic of discussion, with the cast questioning just how deep their ties really run.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 3 Jan. 2025
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“Topic of discussion.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/topic%20of%20discussion. Accessed 26 Jan. 2025.
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