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as in symposium
a meeting featuring a group discussion
held a parley to debate the proposed change in the town's zoning laws
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
can we meet for an informal parley to see if we can effect a compromise?
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
in an effort to win the goodwill of the locals, the developers parleyed with them before finalizing plans for the massive mall
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Recent Examples of parley
Time, 10 Jan. 2023
Together, Houston businessmen Charles Tate and John Nau III and James Leininger, San Antonio school voucher advocate, sprang for $40,400 to help Perry, his wife Anita and others hold the parley in the Abaco Islands.
—Dallas News, 10 Oct. 2022
The Economist, 8 Aug. 2019
The tectonic buzz and growl of a didgeridoo, played with athletic skill by Harry Wilson, parleyed with the music, then settled beneath it like bedrock.
—Matthew Guerrieri, Washington Post, 17 Oct. 2019
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Noun
The three men have agreed to a parley after Prince Philip’s funeral, a last-ditch effort to resolve some of the family conflicts that drove Harry from his ancestral home.
—Time, 10 Jan. 2023
Together, Houston businessmen Charles Tate and John Nau III and James Leininger, San Antonio school voucher advocate, sprang for $40,400 to help Perry, his wife Anita and others hold the parley in the Abaco Islands.
—Dallas News, 10 Oct. 2022
Verb
Generations of Indian bureaucrats had parleyed with them to try winning over Kashmiris, greasing the wheels with subsidies.
—The Economist, 8 Aug. 2019
The tectonic buzz and growl of a didgeridoo, played with athletic skill by Harry Wilson, parleyed with the music, then settled beneath it like bedrock.
—Matthew Guerrieri, Washington Post, 17 Oct. 2019
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for parley
Noun
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Artists’ Talks symposium, children’s art activities, music and food trucks.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2025
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Day-long garden seminars and symposiums are very popular up and down the Front Range through the winter months.—
Betty Cahill,
The Denver Post,
5 Jan. 2025
Noun
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Although Christie Sides is out as coach and Stephanie White is in, every discussion of Indiana’s core since has included Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston and Kelsey Mitchell, without much thought given to Smith.—
Sabreena Merchant,
The Athletic,
1 Feb. 2025
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The price disparities have sparked discussions, particularly on social media, where shoppers compare their local grocery costs.—
Dan Perry,
Newsweek,
31 Jan. 2025
Verb
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After consulting with multiple veterinarians, the consensus has always been that amputation isn’t necessary or beneficial for her.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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Tips for Washing Every Type of Bathrobe Before washing a bathrobe, consult the care tag for instructions about the water temperature, wash cycle, and drying method the manufacturer recommends.—
Jolie Kerr,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 Jan. 2025
Noun
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This late-season conference battle could significantly impact Big 12 tournament seeding and NCAA Tournament résumés.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
4 Feb. 2025
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The council is also preparing for a conference for brands, suppliers, workers, advocates, and government officials to discuss actionable solutions and policies.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Feb. 2025
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The public consultation will take place on February 25-27.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
30 Jan. 2025
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The screening is slated to include a cardiac risk assessment with a registered nurse, a noninvasive electrocardiogram, consultation with a physician and if indicated, a limited echocardiogram.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
29 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Its high polyphenol content confers potential health benefits that support heart health, cognitive function, blood sugar, and oral and digestive health.—
Amy Brownstein, MS, RDN,
Verywell Health,
31 Jan. 2025
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The federal program confers temporary deportation protections and work permits for people already in the U.S. who hail from certain countries in turmoil.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2025
Noun
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On Kimberly Taking the Risks to Protest Kimberly is on track to realize her dream of becoming a Supreme Court Justice, especially with her special spot in a seminar for older students with an esteemed guest professor played by Tig Notaro.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
24 Jan. 2025
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Throughout all four days of the retreat, guests can take part in fascinating educational seminars, with topics spanning from manta ray identification methods to the inner workings of plankton, a diverse type of organism that makes up the bulk of a manta ray’s diet.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
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The Times‘ publisher, A.G. Sulzberger, doesn’t appear to have commented directly on the ongoing litigation but early last year cast the debate about AI in terms of a principled stand, even if the evolving tech has potential to help reporters as well.—
Erik Hayden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Feb. 2025
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In fact, where there was once a genuine debate about a gap in quality between League Two and the National League, there is now ample evidence that teams competing for promotion in the latter are better than those struggling to avoid relegation from the former.—
Matt Slater,
The Athletic,
4 Feb. 2025
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“Parley.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parley. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
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