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also dialogs
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as in conferences
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 conversations
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 dialogues
Adapted from Bernard-Marie Koltès’s play ‘Black Battles with Dogs’, Denis’ riveting drama gives primacy to her actors – their dialogues expressing inner desires and articulating the broader societal inequities that prevail between those who reside on either side of the fence.
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Zac Ntim, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Despite the general isolation, Christie was able to share distinctive dialogues with her co-stars playing the few characters who could see Weems.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Other than rejection and censorship, the brief text that appeared on the back covers of our books had no hope of becoming part of any real discussions in the literary world, because such dialogues don’t exist in Israeli society.
—Uriel Kon
september 2, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2025
Conversation agents, for example, engage candidates in two-way dialogues, collecting details like names, emails, phone numbers, and availability.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Conversations have already been held with staff and resident artists with such dialogues deemed necessary in the wake of the controversy.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2025
The agreement also emphasizes the exchange of knowledge through dialogues, delegations, trade promotions, projects and partnerships.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 23 Aug. 2025
Only dialogues, co-edited by me, under my copyright.
—Milan Kundera, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In meetings and player-coach dialogues, Stone’s knowledge of the game comes through.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
Zac Ntim, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025
Despite the general isolation, Christie was able to share distinctive dialogues with her co-stars playing the few characters who could see Weems.
—Andrew McGowan, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025
Other than rejection and censorship, the brief text that appeared on the back covers of our books had no hope of becoming part of any real discussions in the literary world, because such dialogues don’t exist in Israeli society.
—Uriel Kon
september 2, Literary Hub, 2 Sep. 2025
Conversation agents, for example, engage candidates in two-way dialogues, collecting details like names, emails, phone numbers, and availability.
—Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 28 Aug. 2025
Conversations have already been held with staff and resident artists with such dialogues deemed necessary in the wake of the controversy.
—Douglas Markowitz, Miami Herald, 26 Aug. 2025
The agreement also emphasizes the exchange of knowledge through dialogues, delegations, trade promotions, projects and partnerships.
—Center Square, The Washington Examiner, 23 Aug. 2025
Only dialogues, co-edited by me, under my copyright.
—Milan Kundera, Harpers Magazine, 20 Aug. 2025
In meetings and player-coach dialogues, Stone’s knowledge of the game comes through.
—Colleen Kane, Chicago Tribune, 12 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogues
Noun
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An adequate business connection-building organization customarily structures its groups around confidential discussion boards, consistent conferences or meetings, and like-minded experiences.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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These antitrust lawsuits all center on the idea that NCAA member schools and conferences are, like pro franchises, competing businesses.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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In late June, McNair announced his decision to not seek re-election in 2026, after a few months of prayer, thoughts and conversations.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Sep. 2025
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Salon small talk Paqueta’s close relationship — and conversations — with his mother, Christiane Tolentino, became a point of interest in the case.—
Philip Buckingham,
New York Times,
4 Sep. 2025
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The discussions come in the wake of the shooting at a Minneapolis Catholic school last month that federal officials have said was carried out by a transgender shooter, according to a person familiar with the matter.—
Alanna Durkin Richer,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Sep. 2025
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Professors will record their lectures and other classroom discussions in a professional television studio, with quality lighting and audio.—
John Wisely,
Freep.com,
6 Sep. 2025
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The survey, purportedly designed to influence Treasury consultations on remote gambling taxation, represents the latest salvo in the industry's campaign against regulatory tightening.—
Boaz Sobrado,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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Based in Nashville and working on projects across the country, the firm—which takes virtual consultations—brings its fresh style to new builds, renovations, and single or multiple room designs.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
2 Sep. 2025
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These are the kinds of debates Evans and others behind the scenes at Leeds had to have this summer.—
Beren Cross,
New York Times,
5 Sep. 2025
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South America is buzzing with debates over whether Maduro should be exiled or imprisoned.—
Kristina Foltz,
MSNBC Newsweek,
4 Sep. 2025
Noun
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An adequate business connection-building organization customarily structures its groups around confidential discussion boards, consistent conferences or meetings, and like-minded experiences.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
3 Sep. 2025
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The anger evokes town hall meetings, school board meetings, library meetings, any gathering where people are trying to figure out what is going on in the world right now, without any sufficient explanation.—
Bill Goodykoontz,
AZCentral.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The initiative includes community advisory councils composed of teens and women, alongside mental health research experts and clinical psychologists, who provide guidance grounded in science and lived experience.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
4 Sep. 2025
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On Monday, Guyana is electing its next president, as well as members of its parliament and regional councils.—
Anabella González,
CNN Money,
1 Sep. 2025
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“Dialogues.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogues. Accessed 8 Sep. 2025.
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