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# a robust discussion

phrase (noun phrase: a robust discussion, robust discussions)

«a robust discussion» in the English dictionary: in the primary school — its meanings, how the lessons use it, and examples, each with its tree on Mova.

## In the primary school

Source: Mova's pupils' dictionary. Licence: [Elamur Cosmic License](https://mova.elamur.ai/free/en/docs/LICENSE/). Reviewed: the dictionary the pupils of Mova's primary school read; its examples quote the lessons and public-domain tales. Ships with Mova.

### Meaning

(euphemism) a heated argument or angry debate.

### In the lessons

Used by politicians, meetings and committees; all regions; makes a fierce row sound healthy.

### Examples

- The council had a robust discussion about the new road.
- Minutes: «There followed a robust discussion.»
- Coach: «We had a robust discussion at half-time.»
- Family: «We had a robust discussion about who left the gate open.»
- Debate club welcomes robust discussion.
- News: «The two candidates had a robust discussion on live TV.»

### Note

Stands for «a row, a fight in words». «Robust» means «strong». Compare «a frank exchange of views».