Question

We discussed about the matter at large. Correct the sentence

Answer 1

Answer:

We discussed the matter yesterday.

Answer 2

We discussed the matter at large.

• When talking about a subject broadly, the word "discuss" is typically employed. Discussion simply means to "speak about."
• The term about is used after discussion, which is repetitive and needless. So, "discuss about" is wrong.
• If someone uses the phrase "discuss about," they are expressing more than is necessary.
• The term "about" is already included in the definition of the verb "discuss." As a result, repetition will arise.
• We just use the word "discuss" rather than the phrase "discuss about" to prevent this.
• There are many verbs that can be followed by a prepositional phrase. In the case of other verbs, adding a preposition is unnecessary.
• If the definition of a word (such as to criticize) ends with a preposition (discuss the merits and faults of), then do not add another preposition after the verb.
• To decide if a preposition is unnecessary or not, take into account the meaning of the verb.
• Example:

1. The government advocated recycling.
2. She demanded an answer.