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as in granted
to give the ownership or benefit of (something) formally or publicly
the British monarch continues to confer knighthood on those who are outstanding in their fields of endeavor
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as in consulted
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
my parents are going to confer with a financial adviser about saving for their retirement
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Recent Examples of conferred
The shoes featured several buckles, and material along the side of the upper which conferred a certain futuristic vibe.
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Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Earlier this year, as his nomination and confirmation were playing out, the general counsels of the regional banks conferred over how easily reserve bank presidents could be removed by a majority vote of the Board of Governors, according to people familiar with the matter.
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Jonnelle Marte,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
The King, 77, conferred his youngest brother with the title created for their late father, Prince Philip, on his 59th birthday.
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Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
The umpires conferred and spoke with Venable, who seemed puzzled by the inquisition.
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Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
The first generation, dominant from the early 2000s into the 2010s, produced passive nanostructures, materials whose nanoscale architecture conferred enhanced but static properties.
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Dr. Samer Taha,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Given Healy’s global view, from player-tracking technology to age curves and injury rates, Browns general manager Andrew Berry conferred with him as a key member of his cabinet on major moves.
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Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
18 June 2026
The game was abandoned with no further play following Eriksen's collapse after the referee conferred with staff and players from both teams.
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ABC News,
8 June 2026
Given the advantages that whiteness often conferred, calling attention to it was like being a sore winner.
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Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
Jaden Thompson,
Footwear News,
30 June 2026
Earlier this year, as his nomination and confirmation were playing out, the general counsels of the regional banks conferred over how easily reserve bank presidents could be removed by a majority vote of the Board of Governors, according to people familiar with the matter.
—
Jonnelle Marte,
Fortune,
27 June 2026
The King, 77, conferred his youngest brother with the title created for their late father, Prince Philip, on his 59th birthday.
—
Janine Henni,
PEOPLE,
23 June 2026
The umpires conferred and spoke with Venable, who seemed puzzled by the inquisition.
—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
20 June 2026
The first generation, dominant from the early 2000s into the 2010s, produced passive nanostructures, materials whose nanoscale architecture conferred enhanced but static properties.
—
Dr. Samer Taha,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Given Healy’s global view, from player-tracking technology to age curves and injury rates, Browns general manager Andrew Berry conferred with him as a key member of his cabinet on major moves.
—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
18 June 2026
The game was abandoned with no further play following Eriksen's collapse after the referee conferred with staff and players from both teams.
—
ABC News,
8 June 2026
Given the advantages that whiteness often conferred, calling attention to it was like being a sore winner.
—
Thomas Chatterton Williams,
The Atlantic,
8 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for conferred
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It is preserved in the daily choices of people who work hard, honor family, build businesses, educate children, serve communities, welcome newcomers, respect institutions, and refuse to take freedom for granted.
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He was granted permission to travel to New York for the event.
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The chefs consulted the team captains to understand their needs.
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Internal documents published in the Supreme Court case last week show that DHS had not consulted the Department of State on country conditions before ending them, which would be a violation of the Administrative Procedures Act.
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In 2022, a jury awarded Depp more than $10 million in damages, while Heard won one of her counterclaims and was awarded $2 million.
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Restaurant Pearl Morissette—a 42-acre biodynamic farm with an agrarian-centric tasting menu—was just awarded its second Michelin Star, and sits at North America’s third best restaurant.
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Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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Commissioners also discussed Florida’s Live Local Act, which allows qualifying housing developments to bypass certain local zoning regulations.
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“Conferred.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conferred. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.
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