as in synod
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a private or secret meeting or group
a conclave of bishops
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Recent Examples of conclave
After Pope Francis’ death, AFP photographer Jeff Pachoud was on assignment covering the funeral and the reactions in Saint Peter’s Square during the conclave that would choose his successor.
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Time Photo Department, Time, 23 Dec. 2025
Three months later, Walker was filling her photo book with pictures from the trip and spotted an image of a cardinal being interviewed near her, apparently on his way into the conclave.
—Todd Harmonson, Oc Register, 23 Dec. 2025
Dolan most recently participated in the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV in May.
—Ashley Carnahan, FOXNews.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Pope Leo was elected in a conclave of cardinals in May.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
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Time Photo Department, Time, 23 Dec. 2025
Three months later, Walker was filling her photo book with pictures from the trip and spotted an image of a cardinal being interviewed near her, apparently on his way into the conclave.
—Todd Harmonson, Oc Register, 23 Dec. 2025
Dolan most recently participated in the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV in May.
—Ashley Carnahan, FOXNews.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Pope Leo was elected in a conclave of cardinals in May.
—Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025
See All Example Sentences for conclave
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conclave
Noun
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Casey said the synod, the first in the 19-county archdiocese since 1971, will be designed to give all Catholics an opportunity to weigh in on issues that are important to them.—
Dan Horn,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
28 Jan. 2026
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In July, its members voted to keep the church open and hand its administration over to the synod, which will make decisions about its future.—
Sophie Carson,
jsonline.com,
21 Aug. 2025
Noun
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The Aztecs swept their two regular-season meetings against UNLV.—
Bill Center,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Feb. 2026
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Harrison remains free on bail and is required to undergo electronic monitoring and attend Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, according to the District Attorney’s Office.—
City News Service,
Daily News,
19 Feb. 2026
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While Americans searched for spaces for deeper community in that span, CultureCon – which now dubs itself the world's largest meetup of creatives – sprouted from a gathering of 21 people in Ellis' apartment to an annual gathering place for 12,000 attendees.—
Jay Stahl,
USA Today,
14 Feb. 2026
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It’s envisioned as a regional draw capable of hosting youth hockey, skating events, tournaments and other large indoor gatherings.—
Kendrick Calfee
February 14,
Kansas City Star,
14 Feb. 2026
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Georgia Senate Republicans will soon add a new member to their caucus, after Steven McNeel emerged from Tuesday’s special election runoff.—
Maya Prabhu,
AJC.com,
18 Feb. 2026
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Carney announced Wednesday on social media that Alberta Member of Parliament Matt Jeneroux has crossed the floor from the Conservative party to join the Liberal caucus.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
18 Feb. 2026
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McMorrow is in the state Senate's Democratic leadership and has gained national recognition for a few viral moments in recent years, including bringing a Project 2025 prop to the party's national convention in 2024.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
14 Feb. 2026
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On July 22, following Barrack's GOP convention speech, Epstein emailed to congratulate him.—
Daniel Ruetenik,
CBS News,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Conclave.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclave. Accessed 22 Feb. 2026.
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