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a meeting featuring a group discussion
a panel discussion on capital punishment
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Recent Examples of panel discussions
The Blue Water Film Festival is from March 19 to 22, showing films at venues throughout North County, and hosting a series of panel discussions and workshops on eco-storytelling through filmmaking.
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Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The event features interactive exhibits, panel discussions and networking opportunities with organizations and professionals working across the education sector.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Other highlights scheduled between games are two brief panel discussions.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Guests can attend movie screenings, meet authors and filmmakers, and join panel discussions on creative excellence.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
All tickets include unlimited pizza tastings, beverages, desserts and admission to the panel discussions and demos.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 25 Feb. 2026
Making her first appearance at Europe’s preeminent security summit since being elected to Congress in 2018, Ocasio-Cortez participated in multiple panel discussions, in what was widely considered to be a strategic effort to increase her political profile.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 17 Feb. 2026
The fair’s agenda was complemented by keynotes and panel discussions unpacking the global fashion trends, as well as fashion shows from brands including Alissa, Carmen, De White’s, Maxra Govanna and Puane.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Finney hosted programs at the Hall of Fame museum and participated in panel discussions frequently over the years.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Mar. 2026
The event features interactive exhibits, panel discussions and networking opportunities with organizations and professionals working across the education sector.
—Ana Gutierrez, Austin American Statesman, 27 Feb. 2026
Other highlights scheduled between games are two brief panel discussions.
—Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 27 Feb. 2026
Guests can attend movie screenings, meet authors and filmmakers, and join panel discussions on creative excellence.
—Travis Pinson, Dallas Morning News, 26 Feb. 2026
All tickets include unlimited pizza tastings, beverages, desserts and admission to the panel discussions and demos.
—Richard Guzman, Daily News, 25 Feb. 2026
Making her first appearance at Europe’s preeminent security summit since being elected to Congress in 2018, Ocasio-Cortez participated in multiple panel discussions, in what was widely considered to be a strategic effort to increase her political profile.
—Washington Examiner Staff, The Washington Examiner, 17 Feb. 2026
The fair’s agenda was complemented by keynotes and panel discussions unpacking the global fashion trends, as well as fashion shows from brands including Alissa, Carmen, De White’s, Maxra Govanna and Puane.
—Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Finney hosted programs at the Hall of Fame museum and participated in panel discussions frequently over the years.
—Assistant Editor, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panel discussions
Noun
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Owners receive continuous updates, on-demand modules for specialized issues, and invitations to annual seminars.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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The Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival kicked off on Friday and runs through April 27 with local, celebrity and Disney chefs offering cooking tips during culinary demonstrations, tasting seminars and signature events.—
Brady MacDonald,
Oc Register,
7 Mar. 2026
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At the other end of the size scale, John Divola’s images of dogs running in the desert, each one made of nine huge panels, come at you fierce and frothing.—
Vince Aletti,
New Yorker,
6 Mar. 2026
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The March 14-15 event at 201 East Fifth Street will bring together local companies such as CesiumAstro and Firefly Aerospace, along with aerospace experts, for panels and technology showcases.—
Karoline Leonard,
Austin American Statesman,
6 Mar. 2026
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Students who bring Class 2 e-bikes may face progressive discipline, including warnings, meetings with school administrators, parent conferences and, in some cases, requiring families to retrieve the bike from campus.—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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The two mega conferences, the Big Ten and the Southeastern Conference, tend to dominate viewership and, thus, money — about $2 billion in TV contracts.—
Stephen Moore,
Boston Herald,
5 Mar. 2026
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Some forums are spread over two days.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Mia Cooper, a parliamentarian for the district, brought her daughter to district meetings and state-level education forums as the girl grew up.—
Cierra Morgan,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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