discuss
verb (used with object)
to consider or examine by argument, comment, etc.; talk over or write about, especially to explore solutions; debate.
were discussing
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past progressiveof discuss.past progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or continuous state that was happening at a specific time in the past.
Example Sentences
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In May, the two companies were discussing a rocket-launch deal to help develop orbital data centers, The Wall Street Journal reported.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 23, 2026
Late Thursday afternoon, Iranian officials said they were discussing the proposal.
From Slate ● May 7, 2026
In Geneva, they were discussing a new deal on the nuclear file, including the fate of Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium that could be used to make a nuclear weapon.
From BBC ● Apr. 8, 2026
Los Angeles city officials said they, too, were discussing what to do about the upcoming holiday and future events to honor Chavez.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 18, 2026
Grandma and Mother were discussing what they thought the decision would mean for our future.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
