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colloquies

noun

plural of colloquy

as in seminars

a meeting featuring a group discussion attended a colloquy on economic globalization

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as in discussions

an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue the subject of the spirited colloquy was the disputed authorship of the plays attributed to Shakespeare

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as in conversations

talking or a talk between two or more people a casual colloquy between two old colleagues in the faculty lounge

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Noun

The three-day event will feature grand tastings, cooking demos, and wine seminars, along with a handful of distinctly Lowcountry evening parties sure to leave both your heart and belly full.

— Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 30 Oct. 2026
North Bergen officials have been holding seminars and passing out fliers to let residents know about their rights if they're stopped by ICE, including the right to remain silent.

— Christine Sloan, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of seminars

Noun

National governments will already be looking at their aviation authority regulations and frameworks and there will be discussions at the European and global level, John Edwards, senior consultant at Gates Aviation in London, said by phone.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 7 Nov. 2026
In discussions with the president this week, representatives from most of Israel’s main parties recommended Eisenkot be tasked with assembling a new government.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of discussions

Noun

Riley’s name has been quietly popping up in Heisman Trophy conversations in recent weeks as the 5-foot-10 running back has led the nation in rushing yards for much of the season.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 8 Nov. 2026
What followed was a Monday filled with film review, corrections and — most important — difficult conversations that resonated on both sides of the ball.

— Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of conversations

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Mariachi Espuelas de Plata has been a showcase ensemble at mariachi conferences throughout the United States, and has even performed at Carnegie Hall.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 13 Nov. 2026
Only one team from the G6 conferences — Pac-12, Mountain West, American, Mid-American, Sun Belt and Conference USA — is guaranteed a spot in this year’s 12-team playoff.

— Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 13 Nov. 2026

Definition of conferences

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In June 2024, she was asked about people using her name in broader cultural debates.

— Dan Zaksheske, FOXNews.com, 12 Nov. 2026
The measures proponents say data centers would not have been covered under the measure, a back and forth that dominated public debates and news coverage throughout the campaign season.

— Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 12 Nov. 2026

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Improvements in materials, motors and energy storage could help narrow the gap between what the panels generate and what the aircraft needs to stay aloft.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026
Beauer The dining room and kitchen are better appointed than in older Beauer models like the 3X Plus, replacing bare white walls with wood-style cabinetry, inbuilt shelving and contrast black drawers and panels.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of panels

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Sciara’s med spa offers several services, including facials, cosmetic injectables, skincare consultations, laser hair removal, body waxing and more.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 7 Nov. 2026
Peter then learned that the Olivenhain water district has a landscape guy who gives free consultations to customers.

— Caron Golden, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Nov. 2026

Definition of consultations

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The two Syrian officials said that a decision had already been made — but not publicly announced — for Syria to join the Mecca pact, while the regional official said talks were still ongoing.

— ABC News, ABC News, 8 Nov. 2026
Russia's delegation will again be led by Vladimir Medinsky, a hardline Putin aide who has participated in most talks with Ukraine since the unsuccessful first set of discussions all the way back in March 2022.

— Willem Marx, NPR, 8 Nov. 2026

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