dialogue

noun

ˈdī-ə-ˌlȯg How to pronounce dialogue (audio)
variants also dialog
Definition of dialoguenext
1
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue calling for an international dialogue on human rights

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2
as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people coworkers having a short dialogue about politics at the watercooler before heading back to work

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Recent Examples of dialogue There’s been a lot of dialogue about the possibility that extraterrestrials have visited the earth or at least our atmosphere. — Mikey O'Connell, HollywoodReporter, 10 Aug. 2026 Fox advises parents to implement strict monitoring and maintain open dialogue to protect their children's mental well-being. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 9 Aug. 2026 But the action is so dependent on overwrought dialogue, red herrings, titillating close-ups, and a barrage of throwback songs that the story constantly takes a backseat. — Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 8 Aug. 2026 Lauer appreciates the stability and open dialogue, highlighting the Dodgers' commitment to their players. — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dialogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
  1. discussion
  2. conversation
  3. consultation
  4. converse
  5. debate
  6. exchange
  7. consult
  8. discourse
Noun
  • The Czech billionaire still intends to become West Ham’s majority shareholder and discussions are ongoing.
    — Roshane Thomas, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
  • In 2024, the government banned media discussions about his health, calling them a national security matter.
    — Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • Why Adaptable People Can Still Feel Stuck Adaptability gets a tremendous amount of attention in conversations about the future of work, and for good reason.
    — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
  • These types of conversations help teens feel understood and strengthen trust, while uncovering more about what is really driving the desire to change up their look.
    — Liz Regalia, Parents, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • Earlier this week, the EFL confirmed it had been served with legal proceedings by the Professional Footballers’ Association (PFA) over changes enacted in League One, with the PFA citing insufficient consultation on the rule amendments.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Diplomatic efforts today too often grant the Taliban a formal place at the table while limiting contact with Afghan women to informal consultations.
    — Rina Amiri, Foreign Affairs, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of consultation
Noun
  • In her Arizona projects, Lerner says the front is becoming an extension of how people enjoy their morning coffee, move through the day, converse with neighbors in the evening, and relax before going indoors.
    — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • So, Toney and Ulbrich converse and decide what’s best for the defense, and more specifically within Toney’s passing-centric jurisdiction, what’s best for the secondary and back seven in coverage.
    — Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 9 July 2026
Definition of converse
Noun
  • Yet, how much the shift will improve the financial lot of clubs is up for debate.
    — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Yet the underlying biology of aging remains a matter of uncertainty and debate.
    — Ingrid Wickelgren, Quanta Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • Ironically, this whole exchange happened before she’d even officially been cast in the movie.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 14 Aug. 2026
  • Each addition pulls another exchange function inside the brokerage perimeter, where it gets priced like brokerage.
    — Zennon Kapron, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of exchange
Noun
  • Mark Vrtiska does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    — Mark Vrtiska, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
  • In these cases, Hirsch recommends coming in at least six months in advance for an initial consult and injectable treatments.
    — Rio Viera-Newton, Vogue, 23 July 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • The casting of most beloved literary characters in screen adaptation inevitably creates online discourse as fans of the books have their own preconceived notions for what the characters should look like.
    — The Deadline Team, Deadline, 9 Aug. 2026
  • And the gender discourse is abysmal, especially in the villages.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of discourse

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