as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
a panel discussion on capital punishment
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Recent Examples of panel discussions
This program is composed of films on timely matters — issues such as censorship, food shortage, religious freedom — that will be followed by panel discussions featuring filmmakers, community leaders and audience members.
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Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
There will be two panel discussions featuring authors, podcasters and scholars.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Three panel discussions round out the programming.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The festival also offers graffiti art, dance battles, film screenings, panel discussions, workshops and vendors.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
Programming tied to the exhibit is expected to include panel discussions, family activities and camps for children, along with evening events.
—City News Service, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The four-day event will feature a packed lineup of celebrity guests, panel discussions, cosplay and vendors offering comics, toys and collectibles.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Barbie Dream Fest will take over the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale on Friday through Sunday, a glittery and glammed celebration that re-examines Barbie and her place in culture and female empowerment with panel discussions, films, fashion and activities.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Over four days, from August 13 to 16, the participating brands and retailers will host previews of new releases, panel discussions, and social gatherings across downtown Aspen.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
There will be two panel discussions featuring authors, podcasters and scholars.
—Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Apr. 2026
Three panel discussions round out the programming.
—Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 7 Apr. 2026
The festival also offers graffiti art, dance battles, film screenings, panel discussions, workshops and vendors.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 4 Apr. 2026
Programming tied to the exhibit is expected to include panel discussions, family activities and camps for children, along with evening events.
—City News Service, Daily News, 26 Mar. 2026
The four-day event will feature a packed lineup of celebrity guests, panel discussions, cosplay and vendors offering comics, toys and collectibles.
—Marina Johnson, Louisville Courier Journal, 26 Mar. 2026
Barbie Dream Fest will take over the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale on Friday through Sunday, a glittery and glammed celebration that re-examines Barbie and her place in culture and female empowerment with panel discussions, films, fashion and activities.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026
Over four days, from August 13 to 16, the participating brands and retailers will host previews of new releases, panel discussions, and social gatherings across downtown Aspen.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 24 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panel discussions
Noun
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Those seminars came with an unusual twist.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
9 Apr. 2026
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Repticon also features educational presentations, seminars and interactive exhibits about the care and conservation of reptiles.—
Tiffany Acosta,
AZCentral.com,
31 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Con-goers had issues with the reservation system for author signings and panels this year.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
17 Apr. 2026
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Hundreds of authors are expected to attend the event, hosting panels and signings.—
Riley Rourke,
CBS News,
17 Apr. 2026
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Viewers can expect coverage of alien conferences, crypto-cults and micronations.—
Kevin Dolak,
HollywoodReporter,
16 Apr. 2026
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For the last two-plus months, Philadelphia has cleaned up against lottery and play-in teams, going an eye-popping 20-3 in their final 23 games against opponents that finished outside the top six in their respective conferences.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
16 Apr. 2026
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However, by sheer coincidence, there’s been a recent flurry of think tank reports and articles on those issues that should be required reading for would-be governors and moderators of forums to question the candidates.—
Dan Walters,
Mercury News,
17 Apr. 2026
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The cost data in the table are based on third-party reviews and forums.—
Caroline Ernst,
USA Today,
16 Apr. 2026
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