hot topic
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A possible merger between the companies has been a hot topic on Wall Street, especially after SpaceX acquired Musk’s xAI in February.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 20, 2026
But surveying the coverage, I can’t help but notice that their hearts just aren’t in it these days, and that your grandpa’s favorite talking heads would rather discuss, um, another hot topic.
From Salon ● Sep. 13, 2026
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- the current thing
- subject of debate
- the main character of the news cycle
- talking point
- water cooler conversation
Possible Antonyms
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- resolved issue
- settled matter
- yesterday's news
- dead issue
- non-issue
