CONVERSES (WITH) Synonyms: 14 Similar Words

converses (with)

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present tense third-person singular of converse (with)

as in speaks (to or with)

to communicate with by means of spoken words in a press conference, the president is not just addressing reporters—he's conversing with the public

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The state's Clean Slate legislation addresses the criminal records system itself, including procedures for identifying missing dispositions and correcting incomplete criminal history information.

— Alonzo Martinez, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
The ordinance only addresses parking lots, and makes no mention of changes to street parking near the beach.

— Ashley Mackin Solomon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026

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