| English | Russian |
| be deep in an animated discussion | быть погруженным в оживлённую беседу (deep in thought) |
| be in discussion | дискутироваться (о вопросе) |
| be in discussions | вести переговоры (n addition to the Vladimir project, Dow has concluded a partnership with state high-technology company Rusnano and is in discussions over a role in the construction of President Dmitry Medvedev's brainchild, innovation hub Skolkovo. ТМТ Alexander Demidov) |
| be up for discussion in more detail | подробнее обсуждаться (The transportation plan will be up for discussion in more detail at the next council meeting. – Транспортный план будет подробнее обсуждаться на следующем заседании городского совета. ART Vancouver) |