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also dialog
1
as in conference
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
calling for an international dialogue on human rights
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as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
coworkers having a short dialogue about politics at the watercooler before heading back to work
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Recent Examples of dialogue
The National Textile Recycling Infrastructure Plan represents the culmination of two years of in-depth research, dialogue and collaboration across the entire textile value chain in the UK, Mansell said.
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
On Thursday, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch said the government was open to dialogue on the matter.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In this way, VR becomes a springboard for dialogue, not a stand-alone tool.
—Ekaterina Muravevskaia, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
What will be the prevailing dialogue this winter in Cleveland?
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
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Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Oct. 2025
On Thursday, Moroccan Prime Minister Aziz Akhannouch said the government was open to dialogue on the matter.
—Mandy Taheri, MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
In this way, VR becomes a springboard for dialogue, not a stand-alone tool.
—Ekaterina Muravevskaia, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2025
What will be the prevailing dialogue this winter in Cleveland?
—Zack Meisel, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
Noun
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That’s the mindset Steichen wants his whole team to embody in a conference that, outside of the 4-1 Bills, feels wide open.—
James Boyd,
New York Times,
6 Oct. 2025
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In the wake of the attack, the LDS Church increased security at its twice-annual general conference over the weekend.—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
5 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Famous Last Words, based on the Danish format Det Sidste Ord, captures longform, deeply personal conversations with major luminaries.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
3 Oct. 2025
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Our conversation has been edited for length and clarity.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
3 Oct. 2025
Noun
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While what kind of crust a Key Lime pie should have is often up for discussion, there’s no debate as heated as what should top the tangy pie.—
Amber Love Bond,
Southern Living,
4 Oct. 2025
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Near the end of the day, Haag gathered her students for their usual wrap-up discussion.—
Jessica Winter,
New Yorker,
4 Oct. 2025
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My and my colleagues’ research into the ways brain activity across people aligns or diverges as they converse suggests that seeking to persuade may not be the most fruitful way to approach a conversation.—
Emily Falk,
Scientific American,
25 Sep. 2025
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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That leaves places such as Apache County in limbo in a debate centered over keeping government fully operational at existing funding levels and revising health insurance coverage for poor and working-class Americans.—
Ronald J. Hansen,
AZCentral.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Long history of policy changes Police chases in Milwaukee have been a frequent topic of debate in the city, and the policy dictating them is intertwined with the city's reckless driving issues.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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Norway’s prime minister, Jonas Gahr Støre, has also proposed a ban for users under 15 years of age and his government launched a public consultation for a new law in June.—
Jack Guy,
CNN Money,
8 Oct. 2025
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Start with this list, then let detailed consultations and your comfort with the team guide the final call.—
Maria Williams,
USA Today,
6 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Where the symposium fostered a social dialogue, science provided its measurable foundation.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
29 Sep. 2025
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The group also maintains a prolific schedule of author talks, online symposiums and real-life get-togethers that all revolve around old-timey grub.—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
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The council voted 8-3 without debate to hire Fox on a temporary six-month contract in December, and later voted 7-3 to extend his contract for another six months.—
Nick Sullivan,
Charlotte Observer,
3 Oct. 2025
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Still, council member Lamont Westmoreland wondered if the danger that technology presented would be less than the danger of chasing vehicles.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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