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as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
attended a colloquy on economic globalization
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as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the subject of the spirited colloquy was the disputed authorship of the plays attributed to Shakespeare
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as in conversations
talking or a talk between two or more people
a casual colloquy between two old colleagues in the faculty lounge
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for colloquies
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As one of the largest anthropomorphics conventions in the world, attendees can expect workshops and seminars on acting, costume building, animation, writing, art and design and more.—
Finch Walker,
USA Today,
15 May 2026 -
Future Good Lease Vibes Only seminars will include input from experts in Gates’ network of real estate professionals, each one discussing his or her own specialty.—
Larry D. Urish,
Oc Register,
14 May 2026
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There have been internal discussions about the cause.—
Katie Woo,
New York Times,
18 May 2026
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And all of that will be facilitated by board of trade discussions with the Chinese.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
17 May 2026
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However, Parker’s leadership and city officials maintain that the plans are years in the making and a result of conversations with community members.—
Kate Perez,
Chicago Tribune,
23 May 2026
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Radcliffe recalls hearing from audience members who left the performance changed by its frank conversations about mental health.—
Dave Quinn,
PEOPLE,
22 May 2026
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The conferences would determine which bowls would join the tier, with payouts, location and history likely playing a role.—
Scott Dochterman,
New York Times,
15 May 2026
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This week, several reports confirmed that the majority of power conferences and the Irish want a 24-team playoff field.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 May 2026
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As tensions rise between the United States and China over trade, technology, Taiwan and military influence, the relationship between the world’s two largest economies is increasingly shaping global politics and national security debates.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
15 May 2026
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In the last two debates, Becerra, considered the party's frontrunner, has faced scrutiny from other candidates and the public over his connection to Williamson.—
James Ward,
USA Today,
15 May 2026
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But there are a lot of screens used for effects in the show, running up the walls of the theater, moving as giant panels on stage and providing narration from a digital blob — sorta Siri, sorta Tron, sorta all-knowing being.—
Dewayne Bevil,
The Orlando Sentinel,
22 May 2026
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Each of the panels features a mismatched print as the colors run from a light tan to brown and finally black from top to bottom.—
Ian Servantes,
Footwear News,
22 May 2026
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Meanwhile, adults can stay busy with the resort’s advanced wellness options, including personalized consultations and treatments for the mind, skin, microbiome and energy.—
Katie Lara,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2026
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The retailer is also introducing complimentary services inspired by its Korean stores, including skin scans and scalp analysis consultations.—
Ryma Chikhoune,
Footwear News,
20 May 2026
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Russia's President Vladimir Putin and China's President Xi Jinping shake hands during a signing ceremony following talks in Beijing, China, May 20, 2026, in a pool photograph distributed by the Russian state news agency Sputnik.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
20 May 2026
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With many issues in the contest between incumbent Mayor Karen Bass, Councilmember Nithya Raman and reality TV vet Spencer Pratt impacting the entertainment industry, Deadline talks with the contenders to hear their visions for the city.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
20 May 2026
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“Colloquies.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colloquies. Accessed 23 May. 2026.
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