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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
we had a little confab about the merits of the plan
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as in chat
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this
after the requisite confab, we got down to business
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the members of the condo board have been confabbing about the security problem
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Recent Examples of confab
Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Nov. 2025
Spain even opened a support office in Singapore to boost their presence in Asia where demand is up 63% from last year, according to the report revealed at the annual confab in Cannes.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Noun
But this high-altitude confab is no Victorian perambulation.
—Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 4 Nov. 2025
Spain even opened a support office in Singapore to boost their presence in Asia where demand is up 63% from last year, according to the report revealed at the annual confab in Cannes.
—Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
This has made Saudi Arabia’s annual investment confab a venue to both deploy cash globally and lure investors to the country, and officials at FII are touting that the latter effort is bearing fruit.
—Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for confab
Noun
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In the past two decades, much of the often spirited discussion has centered on Michael Jordan and four-time league MVP LeBron James.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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As an iconic component of downtown infrastructure, the skyway network cannot be separated from broader discussions about the revitalization of downtown.—
Jared Kaufman,
Twin Cities,
11 Jan. 2026
Noun
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Read the most recent live chat here.—
Carolyn Hax,
Washington Post,
16 Jan. 2026
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With the protests in Iran growing by the day, the conversations in our chats changed to signs of hope even amid grave concerns about our family's safety.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
15 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Please consult your local burn permitting authorities as to whether burning is allowed.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Jan. 2026
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Former Executive Features Editor at Country & Town House, Rosalyn has written for the Financial Times, the Telegraph, Tatler, The Independent, Suitcase, Glamour, Harpers Bazaar and BA Highlife, and consulted on content for several luxury brands and hotels.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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Though Andrea — initially convicted of capital murder — was ultimately found not guilty by reason of insanity and committed to a mental health facility, debate over what drove her actions continues to this day.—
KC Baker,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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The 2025-26 NBA season is in full swing, renewing the long-running debate over the league’s greatest player.—
Chantz Martin,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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The powerful Sun clashes with Chiron by way of your chatter quadrant and your habit zone, encouraging you to address a tricky situation at work or in your neighborhood with courageous calm.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
12 Jan. 2026
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Stephen Miran’s term as governor ends in January, and there has been chatter about potential retirements, particularly Vice Chair Philip Jefferson.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
12 Jan. 2026
Verb
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Being entrusted with such secret knowledge conferred a special power on Skinny Pedro.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Obviously, this appointment and other authority could have been conferred on the Court of Appeals rather than the chief judge.—
James M. McGuire,
New York Daily News,
11 Jan. 2026
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With every passing week, Trump breaks a norm, tests a law or enters a new conflict without proper consultation with Congress or respect for the Constitution.—
Thomas L. Friedman,
Mercury News,
15 Jan. 2026
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An echoless masterpiece, it was designed after consultation with an A-List of experts, ranging from Bruce Springsteen to Harry Styles.—
Jonathan Thompson,
Travel + Leisure,
15 Jan. 2026
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Try to plan your visit during the Dark Sky Festival, held annually in the late winter or early spring, to meet up with fellow stargazing enthusiasts and hear astronomy talks by park rangers.—
Elizabeth Rhodes,
Travel + Leisure,
10 Jan. 2026
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Beyond money, other issues expected to be hammered out in CBA talks include the length of the season, facility and travel standards, retirement benefits and changes to rookie deals.—
Jacob Feldman,
Sportico.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Confab.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/confab. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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