discuss internally vs discuss with

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in different contexts. 'Discuss internally' is used when the discussion is meant to be kept within a specific group or organization, while 'discuss with' is used when referring to discussing with someone outside of that group or organization.

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discuss internally

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to discussions within a specific group or organization.

This phrase is used when the discussion is meant to be kept within a specific group or organization, without involving external parties.

Examples:

Let's discuss internally before making a decision.
The team needs to discuss internally to come up with a solution.

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At the end of October, the EU will discuss internally the progress of its role in the resolution of the conflicts in Georgia.
It was not in fact the time to discuss internally how we organise ourselves, which is why I want the Treaty of Lisbon to be quickly ratified so that we can face the world stage united, standing shoulder-to-shoulder as Europeans.
The Council has so far not been informed about the problem raised by the Honourable Member and therefore could not discuss it internally nor, in case, with Mexican authorities.
Social Partners should be convened at all levels (European, national, sectoral, regional and local) to discuss how to enhance the flexibility and security both internally and externally.
We need to resolve this internally, too; this is something we need to discuss.

Alternatives:

have an internal discussion
talk amongst ourselves
confer within the group
deliberate among team members
have a closed-door discussion

discuss with

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to discussions with someone outside of a specific group or organization.

This phrase is used when referring to discussing with someone outside of a specific group or organization, involving external parties.

Examples:

Let's discuss with the client before finalizing the proposal.
We need to discuss with the stakeholders to get their input.

Alternatives:

have a discussion with
talk to
converse with
engage in a dialogue with
communicate with

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discuss internally vs discuss with