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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
The patio is shaded and glassed in, but with open panels above to allow for airflow.
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Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Pennsylvania's largest anime convention will feature contests where guests can show off their lipsyncing, scale model building and dance skills; musical guests and karaoke experiences; collectible games; educational panels and workshops; exhibit halls and vendors; and more.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 May 2026
That could then be used to estimate what the facilities would be producing if clouds and/or aerosols weren’t scattering the sunlight that would otherwise reach the panels.
—ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
Knob-and-tube wiring, undersized electrical panels and ungrounded outlets are common in these homes and can lead to safety concerns, according to GEICO.
—Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Durable fabric panels can be cinched for easy access or let down for shade.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
The panels will join a line-up that already includes features the likes of Callum ‘Calfreezy’ Airey, GK Barry, Elis James and John Robins, Joe Marler, Keisha Buchanon and Fin Taylor.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 May 2026
Some teams have installed video boards or single, wraparound panels behind the dish.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
Additional speakers, panels, screenings and special guests are set to be announced ahead of Cannes.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 8 May 2026
Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 15 May 2026
Pennsylvania's largest anime convention will feature contests where guests can show off their lipsyncing, scale model building and dance skills; musical guests and karaoke experiences; collectible games; educational panels and workshops; exhibit halls and vendors; and more.
—Finch Walker, USA Today, 15 May 2026
That could then be used to estimate what the facilities would be producing if clouds and/or aerosols weren’t scattering the sunlight that would otherwise reach the panels.
—ArsTechnica, 15 May 2026
Knob-and-tube wiring, undersized electrical panels and ungrounded outlets are common in these homes and can lead to safety concerns, according to GEICO.
—Ryan Brennan
may 15, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2026
Durable fabric panels can be cinched for easy access or let down for shade.
—Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 15 May 2026
The panels will join a line-up that already includes features the likes of Callum ‘Calfreezy’ Airey, GK Barry, Elis James and John Robins, Joe Marler, Keisha Buchanon and Fin Taylor.
—Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 15 May 2026
Some teams have installed video boards or single, wraparound panels behind the dish.
—Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 8 May 2026
Additional speakers, panels, screenings and special guests are set to be announced ahead of Cannes.
—Ed Meza, Variety, 8 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for panels
Noun
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These passes include four two-hour Grand Tasting sessions and access to seminars and panels.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
13 May 2026
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Trader Sam’s this spring is celebrating its 15th anniversary, and starting May 25 the bar will be hosting a number of mixology seminars through July 20.—
Todd Martens,
Los Angeles Times,
12 May 2026
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The money was routed into political committees opposing proposed constitutional amendments headed by DeSantis’ then-Chief of Staff James Uthmeier, whom DeSantis later appointed attorney general.—
Gray Rohrer,
Miami Herald,
15 May 2026
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At the same time, some of the party’s campaign committees in Washington quietly provide logistical support in some cases, while avoiding public criticism of the independent candidates even in some races where there is a Democratic nominee.—
Steve Peoples,
Fortune,
15 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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The Schwab Teen Investor Account has no account minimum or maintenance fees, as well as offers $0 commissions on online stock and ETF trades.—
Andreina Rodriguez,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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Removing language that states city boards and commissions are only advisory to the City Council, allowing the council to assign responsibilities to those bodies by ordinance.—
Corey Schmidt,
Sacbee.com,
13 May 2026
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In an early morning police visit, investigators from the sexualized violence against children, child and youth pornography unit accuse Philip of being active in online chat forums where men share footage of kids.—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
13 May 2026
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County commissioners have not scheduled any public meetings about WakeMed but will be paying attention to the hospital forums, spokeswoman Dara Demi wrote in an email.—
Richard Stradling,
Charlotte Observer,
12 May 2026
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“Panels.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/panels. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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