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as in seminars
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 discussions
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 consults
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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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 -
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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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
Verb
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One of the people who was the most engaged, personable, and helpful was the rock climbing guide (who consults for the hotel), who spent several hours with families on the vertical wall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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In practice, the CRTC routinely consults stakeholders on policy matters although the adequacy and meaningfulness of efforts to consult the general public is often contested by scholars and civil society practitioners.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 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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Following the launch of the evaluation in July 2025, the Commission has carried out extensive consultations, including a stakeholder workshop, a call for evidence, and a public consultation that closed on 1 May.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
15 May 2026
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Many also offer free or low-cost initial consultations, but acting quickly matters.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
14 May 2026
Verb
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The graininess of the photos also confers an appropriately gritty quality.—
Amy Reyes,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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The act confers additional deduction benefits for overtime hours.—
Sarah Davis,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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The patio is shaded and glassed in, but with open panels above to allow for airflow.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
15 May 2026
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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
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Meanwhile, European governments are assessing the merits of opening talks with Putin.—
Hanna Arhirova,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2026
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Trump is expected to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing on Thursday for talks covering a wide-ranging agenda, with Iran war, trade, rare earth export controls, and Taiwan among the central issues.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
13 May 2026
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“Parleys.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/parleys. Accessed 20 May. 2026.
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