as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
a panel discussion on capital punishment
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Recent Examples of panel discussions
In November, Kate hosted the Future Workforce Summit in London's business district, delivering a speech and listening to panel discussions on the topic.
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Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
As far as campaign promotional regulations, the Academy dictated that screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions before nominations may now have up to two moderators instead of one moderator.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2026
And on the Oscar campaign side of things, screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions before nominations may now have up to two moderators instead of one moderator.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 1 May 2026
Pre-nomination screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions may now feature up to two moderators, an increase from one.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 1 May 2026
Beyond the marketplace, the Black in Business Expo will host workshops and panel discussions focused on improving economic development in underserved areas.
—Chase Jordan
april 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In between, there will be shorts programs, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Saturday April 18 Climate Week The annual event features includes panel discussions, workshops, tours and other events at a wide variety of venues from the California Academy of Sciences to Stanford University and Yerba Buena Gardens.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
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.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026
As far as campaign promotional regulations, the Academy dictated that screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions before nominations may now have up to two moderators instead of one moderator.
—Scott Feinberg, HollywoodReporter, 1 May 2026
And on the Oscar campaign side of things, screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions before nominations may now have up to two moderators instead of one moderator.
—Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 1 May 2026
Pre-nomination screenings with Q&A sessions or panel discussions may now feature up to two moderators, an increase from one.
—Clayton Davis, Variety, 1 May 2026
Beyond the marketplace, the Black in Business Expo will host workshops and panel discussions focused on improving economic development in underserved areas.
—Chase Jordan
april 23, Charlotte Observer, 23 Apr. 2026
In between, there will be shorts programs, panel discussions, and networking opportunities.
—Libby Smith, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
Saturday April 18 Climate Week The annual event features includes panel discussions, workshops, tours and other events at a wide variety of venues from the California Academy of Sciences to Stanford University and Yerba Buena Gardens.
—Paul Rogers, Mercury News, 17 Apr. 2026
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.
—Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panel discussions
Noun
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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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However, it could be fixed by mandating legislative districts be created by independent, nonpartisan panels in all states.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
8 May 2026
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The facility’s racks, fan guards, floor, wall panels and inside the refrigerator had old food residue accumulation, grime and mold growth.—
Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado
May 8,
Sacbee.com,
8 May 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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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
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This can include news and reviews from around the web, as well as discussions from public-facing forums and social media.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
8 May 2026
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“Panel discussions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/panel%20discussions. Accessed 9 May. 2026.
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