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as in meeting
a coming together of a number of persons for a specified purpose
attended a convention of mathematicians in California
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2
as in treaty
a formal agreement between two or more nations or peoples
an international convention banning the spread of nuclear weapons
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as in agreement
an arrangement about action to be taken
the Geneva Convention details proper treatment of prisoners of war
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as in tradition
an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing
the bride decided to follow convention and to have her father give her away
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Recent Examples of convention
In April, Stewart was the frontrunner for the Republican nomination for governor and was on course to win the party endorsement at its May 16 convention.
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Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Their high ponytails became a signature of sorts for the pint-sized actresses who rocked the hairdo along with their corresponding denim dresses at a convention in 1993.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Something was off, despite the bright music, cheerful colors, and vivid personalities of the numerous NPCs who brought me right back to the usual conventions of cozy gaming.
—Jacqueline Goldblatt, PC Magazine, 13 June 2026
The line for the CGC booth was filled with prospective customers from the moment the convention started.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
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Kevin Rennie, Hartford Courant, 13 June 2026
Their high ponytails became a signature of sorts for the pint-sized actresses who rocked the hairdo along with their corresponding denim dresses at a convention in 1993.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, PEOPLE, 13 June 2026
Something was off, despite the bright music, cheerful colors, and vivid personalities of the numerous NPCs who brought me right back to the usual conventions of cozy gaming.
—Jacqueline Goldblatt, PC Magazine, 13 June 2026
The line for the CGC booth was filled with prospective customers from the moment the convention started.
—Charlotte Observer, 12 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for convention
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Evidence shows planned meeting Prosecutors say cell phone geolocation and call records showed Campbell left his home in Anson and drove about 30 minutes to an Abilene hotel to meet the minors.—
Doug Myers,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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The meeting also marks another milestone for Bad Bunny, who won the Grammy for album of the year in early February, days before headlining the Super Bowl LX halftime show.—
Mason Leib,
ABC News,
10 June 2026
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The difference in treaties can lead to differential tax treatment for the country’s taxpayers.—
Nathan Goldman,
Forbes.com,
12 June 2026
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Tribal Chairman Steve Sitting Bear said Standing Rock will consider its options to uphold its treaty rights, ensure safe water, and hold the government and corporations accountable.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 June 2026
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As part of the distribution agreement, the slate will also roll out in mainland China via Xiaohongshu, the digital lifestyle platform whose daily active user base tops 200 million.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
16 June 2026
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One of the project’s most significant adversaries is the city of Sacramento — while the area is not under their governance, city officials argue the development would violate a decades-old habitat conservation agreement with the county.—
Jennah Pendleton,
Sacbee.com,
16 June 2026
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Guests also love the daily tradition that starts by the fireplace in the main lobby, processes to a ceremonial firing of a replica 19th-century cannon on the edge of Mobile Bay, and finishes with light bites back at the hotel.—
Beth Luberecki,
USA Today,
16 June 2026
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The first traces why Charlotte celebrates Juneteenth and how the tradition took root here.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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The scenes echoed earlier playoff celebrations, including a massive watch-party gathering of roughly 7,000 people in Bryant Park during Game 2 that turned violent and destructive, according to a law enforcement official.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Unvaccinated people who may have been exposed are urged to quarantine, avoid large gatherings and watch for fever, cough, rash or red eyes for up to three weeks.—
Connor Sheets,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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According to the Islamic Republic of Iran broadcasting, Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi said the pact is still being reviewed by the country’s top officials.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 June 2026
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Jackson is entering the final year of his two-year pact — signed in 2025 — and Young had his fifth-year option picked up in April.—
Mike Kaye,
Charlotte Observer,
12 June 2026
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According to Academy rules, the number of nominees in each category is determined by the volume of submissions, with the field expanding to a sixth lead or supporting nominee only once entries cross the 80-submission threshold.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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At first glance, FIFA’s new rule may appear as basic player safety.—
Dilan Gomih,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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To succeed, Democrats must now demonstrate that, despite the costs, America’s security at home depends on its influence abroad; shaping foreign policy around traditional values benefits Americans; and respecting alliances is a source of strength.—
Missy Ryan,
The Atlantic,
10 June 2026
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Heat index values could approach 100 to 105 degrees, just shy of the weather service’s heat advisory criteria.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
10 June 2026
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“Convention.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/convention. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.
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