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or symposiums
as in seminars
a meeting featuring a group discussion
recently attended a daylong symposium on new methods of chromatography
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Recent Examples of symposia
The Redken Symposium format has evolved over the years—some symposiums have offered more a la carte classes, while this year the focus has been on mainstage sessions.
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Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Another four-story building — The Forum — will feature Jacobs Celebration Hall, a 500-person venue for symposiums and conferences.
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Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
Aside from hosting the clinical symposiums and raising awareness, Tucker said the conferences foster a sense of community among people touched by Alström syndrome.
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Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Feb. 2026
The restaurant’s nonprofit, MAD, is also continuing its speaker series here in Los Angeles for symposiums on cooking, sustainability and more.
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Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Building on last year’s initiatives, TIFF will again host its Women’s Empowerment program, featuring film screenings and symposiums dedicated to advancing gender equality in the industry.
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Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
The group also maintains a prolific schedule of author talks, online symposiums and real-life get-togethers that all revolve around old-timey grub.
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John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
After the first year was over, Girlie skipped both her one‑on‑one visits and the group sessions, all the cake parties and symposiums.
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Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
Celia Shatzman,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Another four-story building — The Forum — will feature Jacobs Celebration Hall, a 500-person venue for symposiums and conferences.
—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 June 2026
Aside from hosting the clinical symposiums and raising awareness, Tucker said the conferences foster a sense of community among people touched by Alström syndrome.
—
Matthew Adams,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
3 Feb. 2026
The restaurant’s nonprofit, MAD, is also continuing its speaker series here in Los Angeles for symposiums on cooking, sustainability and more.
—
Stephanie Breijo,
Los Angeles Times,
26 Jan. 2026
Building on last year’s initiatives, TIFF will again host its Women’s Empowerment program, featuring film screenings and symposiums dedicated to advancing gender equality in the industry.
—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
27 Oct. 2025
The group also maintains a prolific schedule of author talks, online symposiums and real-life get-togethers that all revolve around old-timey grub.
—
John Metcalfe,
Mercury News,
25 Sep. 2025
After the first year was over, Girlie skipped both her one‑on‑one visits and the group sessions, all the cake parties and symposiums.
—
Literary Hub,
6 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for symposia
Noun
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The atmosphere was not much better in my upper-level seminars.
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They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program.
Noun
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But for women suing the NCAA, universities and athletic conferences over past transgender-athlete policies, the ruling may prove to be an important turning point.
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Grants could be canceled due to political whims, and new layers of bureaucracy would inhibit basic scientific activities like publishing papers and attending conferences.
Noun
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The replacement panels do not include some of detail in the earlier ones, such as a map of slave trade routes and a timeline on slavery.
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The Interior Department did not immediately respond to ABC News’ request when asked on Friday if the panels will be replaced by the July 4 holiday this weekend.
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“Symposia.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/symposia. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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