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as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
a public forum called to find out how residents felt about a large discount store being built in their neighborhood
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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
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.
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Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
When Jeremy Jordan was cast to replace Jonathan Groff in Just in Time a few months ago, the excitement in the online forums where people chatter about such things was palpable.
—Julia Edelstein, Vulture, 1 May 2026
The moment was caught on the broadcast and Quinn was roundly booed at the time by fans, and in online forums.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Diners often treat buffets like a game; there are online forums where people share strategies for maximizing the experience.
—Emily Heil, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2026
In general, these types of radio soaps are usually well-researched during the development phase, taking into account the local context, pretesting storylines and scripts, and getting feedback from listener forums.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Apr. 2026
In forums online, choruses of women.
—Literary Hub, 29 Apr. 2026
The logjams created by shoppers who crowd sample stations four and five people deep is next-level rage bait in online Costco forums.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Since that time, the health department hasn't held any more public forums.
—Kerry Sheridan, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 May 2026
When Jeremy Jordan was cast to replace Jonathan Groff in Just in Time a few months ago, the excitement in the online forums where people chatter about such things was palpable.
—Julia Edelstein, Vulture, 1 May 2026
The moment was caught on the broadcast and Quinn was roundly booed at the time by fans, and in online forums.
—Anna Lazarus Caplan, PEOPLE, 30 Apr. 2026
Diners often treat buffets like a game; there are online forums where people share strategies for maximizing the experience.
—Emily Heil, Washington Post, 29 Apr. 2026
In general, these types of radio soaps are usually well-researched during the development phase, taking into account the local context, pretesting storylines and scripts, and getting feedback from listener forums.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Apr. 2026
In forums online, choruses of women.
—Literary Hub, 29 Apr. 2026
The logjams created by shoppers who crowd sample stations four and five people deep is next-level rage bait in online Costco forums.
—Jessica Guynn, USA Today, 28 Apr. 2026
Since that time, the health department hasn't held any more public forums.
—Kerry Sheridan, NPR, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forums
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But a combination of catchy memes, holiday excursions, and earnest seminars don’t add up to a broad détente between the US and China.—
Andy Browne,
semafor.com,
28 Apr. 2026
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With a heavy emphasis on what works psychologically, seminars, books and college classes are trying to change how people approach climate change, by talking more about community and happiness than sacrifice.—
Seth Borenstein,
Fortune,
23 Apr. 2026
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Large internet platforms, by contrast, have stronger cash flow, access to user data and established customer bases to sell AI applications to, the bank added.—
Elaine Yu,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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As digital platforms have expanded, dating has become increasingly integrated into everyday routines, often reduced to quick interactions that compete with other forms of digital engagement.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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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
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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
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The Big 12’s future health and stability hinge on its ability to find new partners who believe in the product and want to be affiliated with one of America’s highest-profile college athletic conferences.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 May 2026
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As for holding events at expensive hotels and dining in fine restaurants, Nelson said that the leaders Jones was networking with on the international trips don’t hold their conferences at the Red Roof Inn or have lunches at Wendy’s.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
7 May 2026
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Mario Mota told council members at the Tuesday hearing that hundreds of the new vehicles would police the eight Olympic venues within city boundaries.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
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That podium is being replicated for one of the brand’s activations at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, one of the venues where the Champagne brand is also popping up, in addition to the Miami Beach Edition and Seaspice.—
James Manso,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Once fated to be replaced by pickleball courts, the beloved basketball courts at Fort Lauderdale Beach Park are here to stay.—
Amanda Rosa
May 6,
Miami Herald,
6 May 2026
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In the vacuum left by the state, questions about who is responsible and who should pay for cleanup are being hashed out in the courts as cities and counties face hundreds of millions of dollars in costs to filter drinking water.—
DYLAN JACKSON,
ABC News,
6 May 2026
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Bespoke footwear rounds out the collection, with the Megaride F50 shoe featuring spiderweb panels over a black mesh base.—
Kanika Talwar,
Footwear News,
1 May 2026
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That ellipse pattern can be seen across the door panels also, and, in another first for the marque, the graphic covers both the door panel face and the armrest area.—
Nicole Hoey,
Robb Report,
1 May 2026
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“Forums.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forums. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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