| 词组 | discuss |
| 释义 | discuss /dɪˈskʌs/ verb to talk about something with another person or a group in order to exchange ideas or decide somethingadverbsdiscuss sth at length (=for a long time) The committee has discussed the problem at length.discuss sth briefly We only discussed sales briefly at our last meeting.discuss sth openly/publicly (=in a way that does not hide your opinion or feelings) With John, she felt that she could discuss her feelings openly. | At that time mental illness was not usually publicly discussed.discuss sth fully/thoroughly/in detail (=discuss everything about something) The surgeon and I discussed the operation thoroughly before I made my decision.discuss sth informally It’s a place where mothers can meet and discuss their problems informally.discuss sth sensibly/rationally (=in a way that is calm and thoughtful) Surely we can discuss this rationally, like adults.nounsdiscuss a question/subject/topic We’d never discussed the question of having children. | I sometimes let the class choose which topic they want to discuss.discuss a matter/issue formal The two leaders met to discuss the issue further.discuss a problem I suggested meeting her to discuss the problem.discuss the situation They held a three-hour meeting to discuss the situation.discuss a possibility Government officials were seriously discussing the possibility of war.discuss a plan/idea/policy It’s a good idea to discuss your plans with your parents.discuss the future of sth He met the energy minister to discuss the future of the nuclear industry.discuss the details Let’s get together soon to discuss the details of the trip.discuss work I never discuss work outside the office.verbs + discussmeet to discuss sth We met to discuss arrangements for the wedding.refuse to discuss sth also decline to discuss sth formal Colonel Simpson refused to discuss the military operation in detail.need to discuss sth There are still a few minor things that we need to discuss.wish to discuss sth We certainly don’t wish to discuss family matters with someone we hardly know.be willing/prepared to discuss sth I don’t know if she will be willing to discuss this with me.agree to discuss sth The principal has agreed to discuss the matter.prepositionsdiscuss sth with sb My accountant discussed the changes with me. |
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