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as in assemblies
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 seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
a conference on the need for international cooperation in combating emerging viruses
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as in discussions
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 conferences
There had always been a party element to the Red44 conferences, but now, in Chicago, the group was finally reaching a breaking point, partly owing to explosive growth on Burdette’s side of the business.
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Keith O’Brien,
New Yorker,
25 June 2026
The Big 12 owned the 2026 NBA draft like few conferences in recent years.
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Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
The Giants called the press conferences.
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Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
London Climate Action Week, now in its eighth year, was designed as a waypoint between COP conferences, and a place to elevate the work of entrepreneurs and organizers that can sometimes fall through the cracks at diplomatic summits.
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Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
That support represents one of the largest private commitments ever made on behalf of theoretical physics, including faculty research; graduate student and postdoc support; and inter-institutional conferences, workshops, visiting scholars and a network-wide convening every two years.
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Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The gorgeous 15-inch display works great for watching videos, and especially for video conferences.
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George Yang,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
And yes, none of this has been traditional in terms of politics, besides the ongoing squabbles between certain politicians, boosters and commissioners from the two biggest conferences in college athletics.
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Trey Wallace Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Innovation has become strategic, making this summer the perfect time for one of Europe’s biggest technology conferences.
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Francesca Cassidy,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Keith O’Brien,
New Yorker,
25 June 2026
The Big 12 owned the 2026 NBA draft like few conferences in recent years.
—
Jon Wilner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 June 2026
The Giants called the press conferences.
—
Dieter Kurtenbach,
Mercury News,
24 June 2026
London Climate Action Week, now in its eighth year, was designed as a waypoint between COP conferences, and a place to elevate the work of entrepreneurs and organizers that can sometimes fall through the cracks at diplomatic summits.
—
Tim McDonnell,
semafor.com,
23 June 2026
That support represents one of the largest private commitments ever made on behalf of theoretical physics, including faculty research; graduate student and postdoc support; and inter-institutional conferences, workshops, visiting scholars and a network-wide convening every two years.
—
Michael T. Nietzel,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2026
The gorgeous 15-inch display works great for watching videos, and especially for video conferences.
—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
23 June 2026
And yes, none of this has been traditional in terms of politics, besides the ongoing squabbles between certain politicians, boosters and commissioners from the two biggest conferences in college athletics.
—
Trey Wallace Outkick,
FOXNews.com,
22 June 2026
Innovation has become strategic, making this summer the perfect time for one of Europe’s biggest technology conferences.
—
Francesca Cassidy,
Fortune,
22 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conferences
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The deployment focused on a plug-insertion process involving flexible wire assemblies moving along a conveyor.
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Because the conductive liquid itself is the moving element, there is no need for complex mechanical assemblies or rigid transmission systems.
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Fellows convened in Los Angeles for several days of meetings, seminars, and networking events in the fall, followed by weekly virtual workshops featuring industry leaders, including Lilly Wachowski and Mark Duplass.
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Instead of focusing only on game drives and Big Five sightings, the experience can also include tracking wildlife, reading animal behavior, understanding subtle signs in the landscape, sleeping out under the stars, astronomy lessons and wildlife seminars.
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The United States and Iran have agreed to meet in Doha, Qatar, on Tuesday for further discussions, according to another US official.
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While not quite so grandiose, Valdez says discussions are ongoing regarding the bird’s future.
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At meetings, in the Oval Office, at Mar-a-Lago.
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Seiya Suzuki and Michael Conforto also homered for the Cubs, who moved 6 1/2 games behind the NL Central-leading Brewers, who had won the first four meetings between the teams this season.
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On a recent visit, the water traversed a smoky 10-foot canyon of charred foam and twisted wall panels on its way to the drain.
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Instead, opt for a more secure purse like this anti-theft messenger bag, which has a zipper at the top, locking compartments, slash-resistant material, and RFID-blocking panels.
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Start by requesting a full estimate of the procedure, including consultations, lab work, and follow-up appointments.
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Although these other agencies are not specified, these consultations could involve the Department of State, the National Security Council and the Department of Justice.
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Throughout his career, the multidisciplinary artist experimented with various mediums, ranging from painting and photography to assemblages, even employing digital technologies like the iPad.
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Surrounding sculptures, assemblages and brightly colored forms make the space feel part sanctuary, part dreamscape.
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The measure received bipartisan support from legislators and was approved with little discussion Thursday, unlike the housing bond and ‘rainy day fund’ debates.
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But the conversations and debates happening — whether within families, in clinics, or on public platforms — should be based on facts, not judgment.
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