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as in assembly
a body of people come together in one place
the conference voted to conclude that day's meeting and to resume discussions the next morning
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as in symposium
a meeting featuring a group discussion
a conference on the need for international cooperation in combating emerging viruses
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
a parent-teacher conference to discuss a student having trouble in school
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Recent Examples of conference
His ability to create his own shot, particularly in big moments, will be attractive to power conference teams.
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
The astronauts had a conference just now with Kelsey Young, the Artemis II lunar science lead, to discuss technical details of the upcoming flyby and science goals for the day.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
In his tenure as the women’s basketball coach, the program won 16 conference titles, five regional championships with five national tournament appearances and one NJCAA Final Four.
—Mac Engel
april 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Apr. 2026
The Pelicans are 16-33 in conference games.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
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Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
The astronauts had a conference just now with Kelsey Young, the Artemis II lunar science lead, to discuss technical details of the upcoming flyby and science goals for the day.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 Apr. 2026
In his tenure as the women’s basketball coach, the program won 16 conference titles, five regional championships with five national tournament appearances and one NJCAA Final Four.
—Mac Engel
april 6, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 6 Apr. 2026
The Pelicans are 16-33 in conference games.
—ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for conference
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Three Northern California Republicans are running in a competitive race for an open assembly seat long held by Assemblymember James Gallagher, R-Yuba City.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
6 Apr. 2026
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Roles available at the Lexington facility range from production welders and assembly technicians to certified welding inspectors, commissioning test operators, quality technicians, overhaul technicians, painters, straighteners, and transportation equipment operators.—
Tobias Bauer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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There was, like, an entire science lecture about lunar eclipses as well as a history symposium on cultures scared silly over the astrological event.—
Dalton Ross,
Entertainment Weekly,
2 Apr. 2026
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But tonight , the story of FDR’s visit to Miami will be retold at a symposium at the Historical Museum of Southern Florida in downtown Miami, a stone’s throw from the courthouse where Zangara was sentenced to die.—
Miami Herald Archives,
Miami Herald,
27 Mar. 2026
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An online discussion about forming an unofficial supporters section brought four guys together for a beer.—
Rachel Roberts,
Idaho Statesman,
5 Apr. 2026
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Have a frank discussion with your lawyer.—
Wendy Hickey,
Boston Herald,
5 Apr. 2026
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The plan includes the addition of office and research space for the University of Maryland's School of Architecture, along with community meeting spaces.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
9 Apr. 2026
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Rules relating to meetings, notices, proxy voting, remote participation, board composition, and election procedures have also been addressed in response to the growing use of virtual meetings and electronic processes.—
Evonne Andris,
Miami Herald,
9 Apr. 2026
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Earlier this month, the organization hosted a seminar with special effects makeup artist Veniesa Dillon on sculpting techniques and prosthetic application.—
Nicole Macias Garibay,
Los Angeles Times,
2 Apr. 2026
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In March 2016, Pharrell accepted an invite from professor Bob Power to sit in on a senior seminar at NYU’s Clive Davis Institute.—
SPIN Staff,
SPIN,
2 Apr. 2026
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Initial consultations and diagnostic testing are the portions most commonly included under standard plans.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
8 Apr. 2026
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Even without full procedure coverage, diagnostic bloodwork and initial consultations are often covered under standard plans.—
Allison Palmer,
Kansas City Star,
8 Apr. 2026
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That leads to longer build times as those complicated parts are sewn together with assemblages of other, smaller parts, before being shipped across the ocean, and eventually trucked to the final construction site.—
Joe Wilkins,
Futurism,
2 Apr. 2026
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The $40 million asking price includes the furnishings, an assemblage of premium Italian brands such as Minotti and Flou, highlighted by a statement Edra sofa that runs about $32,000.—
Mark David,
Robb Report,
1 Apr. 2026
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But that panel — like all but one in the chamber — is tied, which means Republicans and Democrats have to find agreement to advance bills or, in this case, find consensus on any disciplinary action the House should take.—
Caroline Cummings,
CBS News,
8 Apr. 2026
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The Rookie of the Year award, voted on by a panel of 100 sportswriters and broadcasters, will be announced early in the postseason.—
Scott Fowler,
Charlotte Observer,
8 Apr. 2026
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“Conference.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conference. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.
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