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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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Throughout the year, guests can partake in flower arranging workshops, cooking classes, tastings, and seminars at the Culinary Academy with Executive Chef Riccardo Bacciottini.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
18 Mar. 2026 -
The full lineup of films, more information about seminars, panels and workshops, as well as details about the festival’s zero-waste sustainability practices, can be found on the organization’s website.—
Angelique Jackson,
Variety,
18 Mar. 2026
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What participants in these discussions need to remember is that--as has been said often--truth has a liberal bias.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Mar. 2026
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That was 36 years ago, and since then, the university has been the source of some bruising discussions, not the least of which were difficult negotiations over the 2004 agreement.—
Frederick Melo,
Twin Cities,
22 Mar. 2026
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From there, pathways can lead to a dedicated social zone centered around a crackling fire pit or a comfortable sofa, perfect for late-evening conversations.—
Rosehill Gardens,
Kansas City Star,
20 Mar. 2026
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Only in conversations, and even rather awkward silences, does the film reveal more emotion than the script ever can.—
Murtada Elfadl,
Variety,
20 Mar. 2026
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In 2022, for example, nearly 20% of the players invited to the NFL Scouting Combine came from non-Power Four conferences.—
Joseph Hoyt,
Dallas Morning News,
20 Mar. 2026
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This is either the first or second years in their current conferences for Missouri State, Oregon and Texas.—
Danny Davis,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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There are no coherent debates to be had about the absolute necessity to immunize children for both their individual benefit and the preservation of public health as a whole.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
18 Mar. 2026
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Building new housing, paring back regulations to allow such construction quickly and to reduce the cost of buy a home, disincentivizing private firms from buying homes and reducing gas prices are among topics candidates frequently speak about on the campaign trail and in debates.—
Seema Mehta,
Los Angeles Times,
18 Mar. 2026
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Most of the Downright crowd was upstairs on the third floor for panels, but overall the hotel seemed like a fine interim central hub for music.—
Ana Gutierrez,
Austin American Statesman,
20 Mar. 2026
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The body, built by Scaglietti, is composed of Kevlar, carbon-fiber, and aluminum panels covering a tubular spaceframe chassis.—
Robert Ross,
Robb Report,
20 Mar. 2026
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Anand arrived in Turkey for consultations on the situation in the region as the war rages on.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Both agreed to continue consultations.—
Ram Charan,
Fortune,
19 Mar. 2026
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In a brief telephone interview with The Associated Press ahead of talks in Ankara with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Anand stressed Canada's priority was the de-escalation of the conflict and the protection of civilians.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
19 Mar. 2026
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Dining is communal, indoors or outside, and serves as both nourishment and education, sometimes with nutrition talks included.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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“Colloquies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colloquies. Accessed 24 Mar. 2026.
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