forums

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Definition of forumsnext
plural of forum
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as in platforms
a place or opportunity for communicating ideas and information that Web site serves as a forum for movie buffs who are passionate about their likes and dislikes

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as in tribunals
an assembly of persons for the administration of justice a jury may have acquitted Lizzie Borden, but she was guilty of murder in the forum of public opinion

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Recent Examples of forums In an early morning police visit, investigators from the sexualized violence against children, child and youth pornography unit accuse Philip of being active in online chat forums where men share footage of kids. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026 County commissioners have not scheduled any public meetings about WakeMed but will be paying attention to the hospital forums, spokeswoman Dara Demi wrote in an email. Richard Stradling, Charlotte Observer, 12 May 2026 Public forums such as this are a cornerstone of democratic accountability. Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 10 May 2026 The criticism was swift, sparking debates in comments sections and forums online about privilege, accessibility, and animal welfare. Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 8 May 2026 This can include news and reviews from around the web, as well as discussions from public-facing forums and social media. ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026 Community forums were held last month and early this month on district campuses, and a survey is posted on the district’s website. Jim Drummond, Oc Register, 7 May 2026 The debate marked one of the highest profile forums of the race so far and featured the three candidates who met NBC’s polling threshold to qualify for the stage ahead of the June 2 primary election. Teresa Liu, Daily News, 7 May 2026 Younger, Savvier – and Into Complications In 2026, the consumer walking into a watch retailer or brand’s boutique has read the forums, checked secondary market prices — and could even cost out a movement with surprising accuracy, as Pruniaux recalled from one encounter. Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
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Noun
  • These passes include four two-hour Grand Tasting sessions and access to seminars and panels.
    Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
  • Trader Sam’s this spring is celebrating its 15th anniversary, and starting May 25 the bar will be hosting a number of mixology seminars through July 20.
    Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 12 May 2026
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  • In Europe, especially, several far-right and nationalist parties have made electoral gains on anti-immigrant platforms, including in Germany, France, Austria, and Italy.
    Annie Hylton, New Yorker, 14 May 2026
  • These costs do not include the fees that come with basic cable packages or high-speed Wi-Fi that is needed to accommodate the platforms.
    Chantz Martin, FOXNews.com, 13 May 2026
Noun
  • But through a series of deft legal maneuvers—joined to the ever more ambitious self-concepts of some international legal tribunals—Mauritius was able to win a second legal victory at another international tribunal, for the law of the sea.
    David Frum, The Atlantic, 2 Mar. 2026
  • The position will also represent the department in front of administrative tribunals such as the State Personnel Board and the California Department of Human Resources as well as assist the attorney general’s office on civil litigation matters.
    Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado Updated February 24, Sacbee.com, 24 Feb. 2026
Noun
  • The conferences would determine which bowls would join the tier, with payouts, location and history likely playing a role.
    Scott Dochterman, New York Times, 15 May 2026
  • This week, several reports confirmed that the majority of power conferences and the Irish want a 24-team playoff field.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 14 May 2026
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  • And there are the activities, notably multiple golf courses, but also 100 acres of sporting grounds, sports courts, and an array of wellness and fitness facilities, as well as almost a dozen dining venues that offer everything from a snack to an epicurean feast.
    Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 16 May 2026
  • Bands that had broken up have reformed, playing bigger venues than ever and creating some of the best music of their careers.
    Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 15 May 2026
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  • Trump faces the lowest approval ratings yet in his second term, and much of his global tariff regime has been struck down in courts.
    Elizabeth Robinson, NBC news, 13 May 2026
  • Other amenities include flushing toilets and hot showers, an RV dumping station, a playground, and basketball and volleyball courts.
    Anna Laird Barto, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2026
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  • The patio is shaded and glassed in, but with open panels above to allow for airflow.
    Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
  • Pennsylvania's largest anime convention will feature contests where guests can show off their lipsyncing, scale model building and dance skills; musical guests and karaoke experiences; collectible games; educational panels and workshops; exhibit halls and vendors; and more.
    Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 May 2026

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“Forums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forums. Accessed 19 May. 2026.

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