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as in gathering
a coming together of a number of persons for a specified purpose
there will be another committee meeting next week to discuss the parish fair
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as in conference
a body of people come together in one place
a meeting marked by no consensus of what needs to be done
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as in convergence
the coming together of two or more things to the same point
a meeting of two railroad lines
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as in encountering
to come upon face-to-face or as if face-to-face
we never once met another car on that lonely country road
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as in converging
to come together into one body or place
we'll meet for dinner, with a discussion to follow, next week
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as in finding
to come upon unexpectedly or by chance
met her future husband at a party
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as in fulfilling
to do what is required by the terms of
a financially struggling city trying to meet its loans
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as in facing
to enter into contest or conflict with
the up-and-coming boxer will meet the reigning champ for the first time tomorrow
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as in matching
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
I'll meet your bet, nay, I'll even raise it
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as in standing
to put up with (something painful or difficult)
trying to meet the challenge of going to college while working at a full-time job
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as in paying
to give what is owed for
I paid a portion of the long-distance bill to keep my carrier from cutting off service until I can meet the remainder of the charges
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Recent Examples of meeting
Amanda Hari, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
The county is statutorily obligated to pay for the representation of Moody and Nobles, but many of the residents who spoke at the commissioners court meeting asked the county to settle the case so the Johnson family may find peace.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2026
Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
Trump said Friday that his team was talking with Orbán about meeting with Putin.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
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Noun
Tuesday, the council discussed how to keep the event secure at their public safety meeting.
—Amanda Hari, CBS News, 15 Jan. 2026
The county is statutorily obligated to pay for the representation of Moody and Nobles, but many of the residents who spoke at the commissioners court meeting asked the county to settle the case so the Johnson family may find peace.
—Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 14 Jan. 2026
Verb
The two have been close since meeting at a 2014 Oscars after-party.
—Bryan West, Nashville Tennessean, 7 Nov. 2025
Trump said Friday that his team was talking with Orbán about meeting with Putin.
—Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 7 Nov. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for meeting
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Saturday’s massive protest in the Twin Cities took many shapes throughout the day, starting at Powderhorn Park, a historic spot for demonstrations, known as the prime gathering place for the 2020 George Floyd protests.—
Danya Gainor,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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Each movement that takes you deeper into your misfit passion serves two purposes—information gathering and confidence building.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
12 Jan. 2026
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Parents who had been separated from their medically needy children over abuse investigations spoke at the news conference.—
Alexandra Glorioso,
Miami Herald,
12 Jan. 2026
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In photos with a post Friday on X, Cornyn is seen outside the plant, in a conference room and viewing a Cybercab up close alongside Musk and an employee with the battery engineering team.—
Andrea Guzmán,
Austin American Statesman,
12 Jan. 2026
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That narrative convergence happens amusingly when Jimmy Ink is on an exploratory foray.—
David Rooney,
HollywoodReporter,
13 Jan. 2026
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But corruption across all parts of government, mismanagement of funds and the convergence of environmental problems and stagnant leadership has taken the leadership to the brink.—
Mostafa Salem,
CNN Money,
12 Jan. 2026
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The shocking clip shows 27-year-old Emily Marzilli and friends encountering a hungry Bryde's whale while swimming near a school of sardines.—
Kelli Bender,
PEOPLE,
6 Jan. 2026
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Each episode finds Xena (Lawless) and her companion Gabrielle (Renee O'Connor) encountering characters from both history and mythology.—
James Mercadante,
Entertainment Weekly,
4 Jan. 2026
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From there, thousands marched through nearby neighborhoods before converging on the street where Good died Wednesday morning.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
11 Jan. 2026
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Another Toronto Raptors defender, Ja’Kobe Walter, was converging on Brown from behind.—
Jay King,
New York Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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The series chronicles three New Yorkers who come together over their love of true crime podcasts and end up finding themselves at the center of more than a few true crimes.—
Brenton Blanchet,
PEOPLE,
12 Jan. 2026
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At least in the interim, Duke deserves credit for finding ways to win despite some of its defensive deficiencies.—
Brendan Marks,
New York Times,
11 Jan. 2026
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As the labor market lags and six-figure dreams have been dashed, Gen Zers are turning to fulfilling careers—and education makes the top of the list.—
Emma Burleigh,
Fortune,
12 Jan. 2026
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Knowing that a private emotional process can resonate with someone else is one of the most fulfilling aspects of my practice.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Jan. 2026
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Even after clawing back, the Bears were facing a 27-16 deficit with less than seven minutes to go in the fourth quarter.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
11 Jan. 2026
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Dark paint colors can feel surprisingly cozy and create a cocoon-like atmosphere in north-facing rooms.—
Maria Sabella,
Better Homes & Gardens,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Meeting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/meeting. Accessed 15 Jan. 2026.
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