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converse

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verb

converse

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adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of converse
Verb
Seen facing each other on a couch, the two converse with the ease of good friends. Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025 James Devaney Vivienne, of course, joined Jolie on opening night of The Outsiders, dressing on-theme in a navy utilitarian jumpsuit and converse. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2024
Adjective
In Palermo, the capital of Sicily, shortly after World War II, a lonely, middle-aged man in poor health could be seen making the rounds of the city’s bookshops and cafés, stuffing himself with words and pastries but rarely conversing with another soul. Christian Schneider, National Review, 12 June 2025 Your next toy or game may be able to converse with you. Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for converse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for converse
Noun
  • The list sparked some conversation in the comments section as fans rushed to agree and reflect on some of the treats that have been lost to the past.
    Michael Nied, People.com, 5 July 2025
  • Now, thanks to a team at the University of California, Davis, there's a new brain-computer interface (BCI) system that's opening up real-time, natural conversation for people who can't speak.
    Staff, FOXNews.com, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • Think of it like chatting with a designer about your dream home.
    Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
  • Suge Knight recalled his final moments by 2Pac’s side in September 1996 while chatting from behind bars with People in a story published Tuesday (July 1).
    Michael Saponara, Billboard, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • On the precipice of artificial intelligence (AI) robotics, the company executed a 1-for-8 reverse split intended to streamline internal structures for future growth.
    Matt Emma, USA Today, 4 July 2025
  • But even if writing about Paris helped ease the transition, my mind was still flailing in this last codified stage, reverse language shock.
    Benedict Nguyễn July 1, Literary Hub, 1 July 2025
Noun
  • Both exchanges happened in front of witnesses, including a husband of one of the women, according to the letter.
    Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 8 July 2025
  • The scam began with a message, then a friendly exchange.
    Myles Miller Bloomberg News, arkansasonline.com, 7 July 2025
Verb
  • Sucked underground by an explosive whirlwind, DK must team up with a talking mineral named Odd Rock to prevent VoidCo from reaching the planet’s core, where legend says something has the power to grant wishes.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 1 July 2025
  • Through it all, Thune kept talking to Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, a moderate Mainer who blanched at the bill’s Medicaid cuts.
    Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 1 July 2025
Adjective
  • That inverse relationship has been on full display this year, with gold trading above $3,400 per ounce, approximately $100 off its record high.
    Frank Holmes, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • The money goes into bonds, which due to their inverse relationship, means bond prices go up and bond yields go down.
    Jim Cramer, CNBC, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • The discussion later in this article reviews many, but far from all, of the tax changes contained in the BBB.
    Martin Shenkman, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025
  • Trade discussions usually pick up in the next few weeks around the upcoming draft and All-Star Game, and baseball operations president Erik Neander and his staff should have plenty to talk about.
    Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 July 2025
Adjective
  • Staycation Woven Counter Height Stool This counter stool blends textures for a unique yet timeless look.
    Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 12 June 2025
  • Sarah Khan has been decorating her Las Vegas home with counter stools, a pool lounger and bathroom vanity while regularly saving 40% to 80% off retail prices.
    Betty Lin-Fisher, USA Today, 5 June 2025

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“Converse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/converse. Accessed 13 Jul. 2025.

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