as in synods
formal
a private or secret meeting or group
a conclave of bishops
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This culture of experimentation not only fosters originality but also empowers teams to challenge conventions and explore new solutions with confidence.—
Rhea Wessel,
Forbes,
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Liberal leaders are elected by special conventions of party members, which take months to arrange.—
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20 Dec. 2024
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“Conclaves.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/conclaves. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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