as in to discuss
to talk about (an issue) usually from various points of view and for the purpose of arriving at a decision or opinion
bandied around the idea of going out to dinner for their anniversary
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Recent Examples of bandy
Phrases like ‘facial in a jar’ are bandied around all the time but I truly am left with noticeably plumper, more radiant skin; such instant results don’t come often where skincare is concerned.
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Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 July 2024
In a sign of how much time has passed since Purple Rain opened in theaters and elevated Prince to an entirely new pop-culture echelon, Jacobs-Jenkins — who was born the same year of the movie and album — hadn’t seen the film until the idea for a show was bandied around.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2024
Europe’s broadcasters have long bandied together on science and history series that can be expensive but lend themselves to collaboration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 June 2024
Sure, there have long been theories bandied around by fans about Vault-Tec’s involvement with the Great War.
—Jack King, Vulture, 12 Apr. 2024
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Jacqueline Kilikita, refinery29.com, 19 July 2024
In a sign of how much time has passed since Purple Rain opened in theaters and elevated Prince to an entirely new pop-culture echelon, Jacobs-Jenkins — who was born the same year of the movie and album — hadn’t seen the film until the idea for a show was bandied around.
—David Browne, Rolling Stone, 20 June 2024
Europe’s broadcasters have long bandied together on science and history series that can be expensive but lend themselves to collaboration.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 June 2024
Sure, there have long been theories bandied around by fans about Vault-Tec’s involvement with the Great War.
—Jack King, Vulture, 12 Apr. 2024
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In discussing future planning, Zhang Shenyu mentioned that Bailian has been focused on the development of Shanghai as an international consumption hub and the revitalization of urban commercial spaces.WWD, WWD, 22 Nov. 2024
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The program includes a thought leadership panel with photographer Chen Man who will discuss her creative work with the brand for over a decade.Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 22 Nov. 2024
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Experts have long debated whether a vegan diet is appropriate for kids.Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 19 Nov. 2024
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In Michigan, the tipping system has been highly debated.Annalise Frank, Axios, 19 Nov. 2024
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Eichner argued that building what zoning allowed would mean a market-rate development — that is, condos.Kim Velsey, Curbed, 12 Nov. 2024
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The political scientist Joseph Nye has argued that these American ideals are a core component of U.S. soft power.Daniel W. Drezner, Foreign Affairs, 12 Nov. 2024
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“Bandy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bandy. Accessed 30 Nov. 2024.
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