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Yes, "after a heated discussion" is a prepositional phrase. The word "after" is the preposition, and "a heated discussion" is the object of the preposition.
A discussion that can become heated is often referred to as a debate or argument. When emotions run high and tensions escalate, it may be described as a heated exchange or a contentious debate.
They engaged in a heated discussion over politics. The discussion raged on for hours. The presidential discussion quickly turned into a debate.
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"After heated discussion" is a prepositional phrase. It begins with the preposition "after" and describes a specific time or condition related to an event. The phrase suggests that something occurs subsequent to a vigorous exchange of opinions or arguments.
Her polemical stance created a heated discussion.
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Nikita Khrushchev
Just to be on the safe side, I'd try to stay mellow and avoid any heated discussions !
The French phrase "tete-a-tete" (head-to-head) generally refers to an argument, or at least very animated discussion.
Arguing has the same denotation as debating but carries a more negative connotation, implying a more heated or confrontational discussion.
This is a very heated discussion and can cause upset for those who lost people in 9/11. This answer is closed; comments can be added in the discussion area.