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also dialog
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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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
Russia and China have criticized the strikes as a violation of international law and Iran’s sovereignty and called for a return to dialogue, but have not offered Tehran any material support.
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Jasmine Green, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
The new body cameras can translate a trooper’s statements from English into someone’s native tongue, and their statements can also be translated for the trooper, allowing for a back-and-forth dialogue between two people who don’t speak the same language, Maynard said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
The funny and touching dialogue of this classic '90s movie is endearing across generations.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
November and Walsh’s original works will be influenced by Cincinnati artists, creating a vibrant dialogue between movement, visual art, and our city’s creative spirit.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
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Jasmine Green, NBC news, 5 Mar. 2026
The new body cameras can translate a trooper’s statements from English into someone’s native tongue, and their statements can also be translated for the trooper, allowing for a back-and-forth dialogue between two people who don’t speak the same language, Maynard said.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 5 Mar. 2026
The funny and touching dialogue of this classic '90s movie is endearing across generations.
—Karen Cicero, Parents, 5 Mar. 2026
November and Walsh’s original works will be influenced by Cincinnati artists, creating a vibrant dialogue between movement, visual art, and our city’s creative spirit.
—Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
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May 21 – June 20 Certain discussions could unlock a smoother day.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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In rate hearing proceedings, agency staff sought to block discussion of State Farm’s claims handling in relation to its quest for premium hikes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
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Another university established a research center, led by an Oxford professor, that puts ancient Chinese texts in conversation with other classical textual traditions, including Greek and Latin.—
Chang Che,
New Yorker,
8 Mar. 2026
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But there were inexcusable losses along the way, losses that didn’t hinge on one player’s absence — and might’ve singlehandedly changed the conversation over USC’s season.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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The policy mandates consultation with the city’s Office of Police Oversight during production of materials for public release.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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And her husband, sitting by her side at every consultation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Mar. 2026
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In sequences interspersed in the film, Bean and Rozos converse in a kind of fort-like structure erected in a room.—
Matthew Carey,
Deadline,
20 Feb. 2026
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The hush in public spaces isn't intimidating and there are myriad cozy places to sit and converse.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 Jan. 2026
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The debate was framed by a series of incidents in recent years in which the local Police Department was accused of profiling Black people.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The size of the divide appeared significant during Thursday's debate.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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With messenger Mercury trining Jupiter, the Greater Benefic — with Mercury in your communication quadrant and Jupiter in your amicable 7th house — social exchanges carry extra goodwill.—
Tarot.com,
The Orlando Sentinel,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Rams are sending a first-round pick — the 29th overall — and fifth- and sixth-round picks in this year’s draft and a 2027 seventh-round pick to the Chiefs in exchange for McDuffie.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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Peter McGraw 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.—
Peter McGraw,
The Conversation,
6 Mar. 2026
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Daya has a private practice in Los Angeles and consults with athletes in a wide range of sports from youth to professional, as well as business leaders, doctors, and musicians.—
Daya Grant,
CNBC,
6 Mar. 2026
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In the public discourse, these elements of her artistry always seem at odds with one another.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 Mar. 2026
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Political logic Netanyahu has for decades framed Iran as Israel’s primary existential threat, shaping Israel’s security policy, diplomatic efforts and public discourse around it.—
Tal Shalev,
CNN Money,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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