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as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
there will be a discussion panel on Tuesday
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as in committees
a select group of persons assigned to consider or take action on some matter
assembled a prestigious panel to investigate ways to stem the rising cost of health care
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Recent Examples of panels
Official events including screenings, filmmaker Q&As, industry panels, and celebrity tributes will be held throughout the city, including at the historic Arlington Theatre and the new McHurley Film Center.
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Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
The warehouse completes a full closed-loop auto-material flow system that moves information on raw materials, panels, parts, garments and final shipments seamlessly through the production logic model.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
These linen curtains, complete with two panels, are currently on sale for just $24 at Amazon in a natural linen hue.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Best of all, Luke Goodman, marketing manager of The Wood Veneer Hub, says adding wall panels is an easily achievable DIY look that can take minimal time depending on the scope and size of your room.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
The vaulted lobby, dressed up in jewel tones, ornate wall panels, and mixed materials, sets the tone for the rest of your visit.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The mesh panels provide a peek-a-boo effect to the heels, showing a small glimpse of the foot.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
These wrinkle-free mid-rise pants feature an all-around stretch thanks to the ribbed waistband and side panels, offering maximum mobility and comfort for your travels.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
The Black Journey, a group that conducts walking tours in Philadelphia about Black history, said removing the panels can’t erase the past.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026
Marcus Jones, IndieWire, 30 Jan. 2026
The warehouse completes a full closed-loop auto-material flow system that moves information on raw materials, panels, parts, garments and final shipments seamlessly through the production logic model.
—Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 30 Jan. 2026
These linen curtains, complete with two panels, are currently on sale for just $24 at Amazon in a natural linen hue.
—Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026
Best of all, Luke Goodman, marketing manager of The Wood Veneer Hub, says adding wall panels is an easily achievable DIY look that can take minimal time depending on the scope and size of your room.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 30 Jan. 2026
The vaulted lobby, dressed up in jewel tones, ornate wall panels, and mixed materials, sets the tone for the rest of your visit.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Jan. 2026
The mesh panels provide a peek-a-boo effect to the heels, showing a small glimpse of the foot.
—Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 2026
These wrinkle-free mid-rise pants feature an all-around stretch thanks to the ribbed waistband and side panels, offering maximum mobility and comfort for your travels.
—Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
The Black Journey, a group that conducts walking tours in Philadelphia about Black history, said removing the panels can’t erase the past.
—Phil Helsel, NBC news, 23 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panels
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It’s taught across all levels of communication, from college public speaking classes to corporate leadership seminars.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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Protecting the relative intimacy of the festival has been a challenge Carlile has taken on, keeping a substantial focus on affinity groups and seminars during the day, while growing the event for an audience that may just come for the bands.—
Chris Willman,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2026
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Ahead of Marsalis’ departure, Jazz at Lincoln Center has established two committees to focus on the transition.—
Hattie Lindert,
Pitchfork,
30 Jan. 2026
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After several years of comprehensive legalization bills advancing through committees but failing to reach final passage, lawmakers are now pursuing two parallel paths.—
Alonzo Martinez,
Forbes.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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Those types of agreements are permitted in part by the settlement between the NCAA, power conferences and current and former D-I athletes represented by the House, Carter and Hubbard antitrust litigations.—
Michael McCann,
Sportico.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Indianapolis conferences often draw law enforcement As a popular site for conventions and conferences, downtown Indianapolis in particular can be a hotbed for rumors.—
Ryan Murphy,
IndyStar,
29 Jan. 2026
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His work has always leaned toward entertainment figures and musical subject matter, which led to major commissions for album covers and tour poster art — some of which will be featured in the upcoming exhibition at FAB LA.—
Lina Lecaro,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Jan. 2026
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Through this company, Aprile has developed an innovative platform that offers agents 100% commissions, top-tier training, and the independence of true entrepreneurship, while maintaining a strong sense of community and support.—
Nick Franck,
USA Today,
27 Jan. 2026
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The options are more limited in a macOS environment, according to users commenting in the Cloudy Nights astronomy forums.—
Keumars Afifi-Sabet,
Space.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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That was after Procell's hiring was scrutinized, due to him being hired after the city held public forums with three finalists.—
David Clarey,
jsonline.com,
30 Jan. 2026
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“Panels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/panels. Accessed 3 Feb. 2026.
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