as in meeting
a gathering of a group of people for a specified purpose
The impending economic crisis prompted widespread calls for a special session of the legislature to enact emergency measures. Court is in session.
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The regional Stoxx Europe Technology index is up 1% this morning, recovering from a 0.4% loss in the Monday session.
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Chloe Taylor,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 July 2025
Amenities: Restaurants, bars, spa, gym, library, concept shop, outdoor pool, private beach
Editor’s tip: Don’t miss the morning yoga sessions held on the open-air yoga terrace or the beach pavilion.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025
Although the Indiana legislature once again tried this year to pass laws legalizing medical and recreational use of marijuana, just like previous attempts, those bills ultimately died by the end of the legislative session.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 14 July 2025
Set among cabernet sauvignon vineyards, the yoga sessions at Montage Healdsburg skillfully blend mindfulness with nature.
—Rafael Peña, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
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Chloe Taylor,holly Ellyatt, CNBC, 15 July 2025
Amenities: Restaurants, bars, spa, gym, library, concept shop, outdoor pool, private beach
Editor’s tip: Don’t miss the morning yoga sessions held on the open-air yoga terrace or the beach pavilion.
—Monica Mendal, Vogue, 15 July 2025
Although the Indiana legislature once again tried this year to pass laws legalizing medical and recreational use of marijuana, just like previous attempts, those bills ultimately died by the end of the legislative session.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 14 July 2025
Set among cabernet sauvignon vineyards, the yoga sessions at Montage Healdsburg skillfully blend mindfulness with nature.
—Rafael Peña, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for session
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The chair then reports such concerns to UT administration, including the provost and president, in a monthly hour and a half meeting with the faculty council executive committee.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The Little Rock Board of Directors is scheduled to take up a resolution on Aug. 5 authorizing a contract with Carson & Associates Inc. for the construction of the community center, according to the agenda for the meeting.—
Joseph Flaherty,
Arkansas Online,
30 July 2025
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Other executive council members include the secretary, chair of the graduate assembly and three faculty council representatives.—
Lily Kepner,
Austin American Statesman,
30 July 2025
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The movement showcases a unique patented tooth profile in its winding assembly, where the angled teeth of the winding pinion enhance efficiency and minimize wear.—
Bhanu Chopra,
Forbes.com,
29 July 2025
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“Session.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/session. Accessed 13 Aug. 2025.
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