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Recent Examples of hearings
The committee held 56 hearings from 2013 through 2021, or an average of seven per year.
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Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
7 July 2026
In bail review hearings over the past year, Parisi has asked the court to set bail and allow her client to be released while the criminal case proceeds.
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Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 July 2026
Public hearings for the case were held on two separate days in march and April, with more than 30 people attending, the court said.
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ABC News,
6 July 2026
The next step in the process involves the city drafting a redevelopment plan outlining development standards before holding public hearings and seeking additional approvals.
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Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
The commission conducted seven hearings over the course of a year, taking testimony from approximately 100 witnesses.
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Steven K. Green,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Republicans on the committee have so far refused to conduct any oversight on the issue, despite Democrats raising concerns at previous hearings.
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Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 July 2026
Murdaugh’s team initially asked that he be allowed to come to all court appearances, including pretrial hearings, wearing civilian clothes and unshackled.
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Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
The Drug Enforcement Administration has begun hearings on its proposal to reclassify recreational cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the federal Controlled Substances Act.
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A.j. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Business Columnist,
Los Angeles Times,
7 July 2026
In bail review hearings over the past year, Parisi has asked the court to set bail and allow her client to be released while the criminal case proceeds.
—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
6 July 2026
Public hearings for the case were held on two separate days in march and April, with more than 30 people attending, the court said.
—
ABC News,
6 July 2026
The next step in the process involves the city drafting a redevelopment plan outlining development standards before holding public hearings and seeking additional approvals.
—
Teresa Mull,
FOXNews.com,
5 July 2026
The commission conducted seven hearings over the course of a year, taking testimony from approximately 100 witnesses.
—
Steven K. Green,
The Conversation,
2 July 2026
Republicans on the committee have so far refused to conduct any oversight on the issue, despite Democrats raising concerns at previous hearings.
—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
2 July 2026
Murdaugh’s team initially asked that he be allowed to come to all court appearances, including pretrial hearings, wearing civilian clothes and unshackled.
—
Eric Levenson,
CNN Money,
29 June 2026
The Drug Enforcement Administration has begun hearings on its proposal to reclassify recreational cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III of the federal Controlled Substances Act.
—
A.j. Herrington,
Forbes.com,
29 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for hearings
Noun
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As a further precaution, consider adding background noise, like the TV or a white noise machine, to help muffle the sounds.
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Robots sound safer The wearable audio system converts nearby robot movements into dynamic warning sounds, helping workers anticipate robotic actions without interrupting their tasks.
Noun
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The route starts with the more popular south-shore sights, then grows quieter after Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon, continuing into the East Fjords and northern Iceland.
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Scientists cannot agree on how this shift from nonlife to life, or abiogenesis, happened, but some have turned their sights on trying it out for themselves in the lab.
Noun
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Instead of limiting where an electric bike can go, its folding design creates more opportunities to ride, making spontaneous adventures easier than ever while still providing the comfort needed for longer distances.
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They’re also suited for specific boating environments, with canoeing most frequently seen in rivers, lakes, and shallower waters while sailboats are more tailored for wider distances and uses.
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“Hearings.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hearings. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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