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We discussed the matter yesterday. vs We discussed about the matter yesterday.

'We discussed the matter yesterday.' is correct, while 'We discussed about the matter yesterday.' is incorrect. In English, the verb 'discuss' doesn't need the preposition 'about' after it. It's more common and accurate to use 'discuss' directly followed by the topic of discussion.
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Last updated: August 22, 2024

We discussed the matter yesterday.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is the correct way to express that a conversation or exchange of ideas took place about a specific topic in the past.

Examples:

  • We discussed the project yesterday.
  • They discussed the plan for the event yesterday.
  • She discussed the issue with her colleagues yesterday.
  • The team discussed the budget yesterday.
  • He discussed the proposal with the client yesterday.

We discussed about the matter yesterday.

This phrase is incorrect in English. The preposition 'about' should not follow the verb 'discuss.'

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