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as in conference
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
calling for an international dialogue on human rights
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as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
coworkers having a short dialogue about politics at the watercooler before heading back to work
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Recent Examples of dialogue
Most of the dialogue comes in English, some of the descriptions as well.
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Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2025
The committee room should serve as an equalizing space where all voices — regardless of political affiliation or position — can contribute to the legislative dialogue.
—Josue Sierra, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2025
The dialogue surrounding Kendrick’s performance during the Super Bowl Halftime Show last night, will probably be an ongoing dissection of Black culture, American ideology, identity, and the intentional satire of contextualizing your place in the world as a Black American.
—Essence, 10 Feb. 2025
Indeed, Bullet Train feels like a calculated study of the Tarantino/Ritchie formula, bringing together an oh-so-colorful collection of underworld operatives who are all riding the same train, the quippy dialogue flying as frenetically as the bullets.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 8 Feb. 2025
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Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 13 Feb. 2025
The committee room should serve as an equalizing space where all voices — regardless of political affiliation or position — can contribute to the legislative dialogue.
—Josue Sierra, Baltimore Sun, 12 Feb. 2025
The dialogue surrounding Kendrick’s performance during the Super Bowl Halftime Show last night, will probably be an ongoing dissection of Black culture, American ideology, identity, and the intentional satire of contextualizing your place in the world as a Black American.
—Essence, 10 Feb. 2025
Indeed, Bullet Train feels like a calculated study of the Tarantino/Ritchie formula, bringing together an oh-so-colorful collection of underworld operatives who are all riding the same train, the quippy dialogue flying as frenetically as the bullets.
—Will Leitch, Vulture, 8 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
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Maryland improved to 20-6 overall and 10-5 in the Big Ten and reached 10 wins in the conference for only the second time in the last five years (11-9 in 2022-23, coach Kevin Willard’s first season).—
Edward Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Feb. 2025
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The Musketeers fell to 6-20, 1-14 in the conference.—
Staff And Wire Reports,
Hartford Courant,
16 Feb. 2025
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This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Shannon Carpenter,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
11 Feb. 2025
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By just expressing interest in the discussion, nodding their heads, vocalizing, saying 'tell me more,' making eye contact — that lubricates the wheels of communication.—
Malaka Gharib,
NPR,
11 Feb. 2025
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The comment further fueled the perception that Poppi's marketing practices were wasteful, and the online discussion quickly morphed into a broader critique of how brands allocate large budgets to influencer marketing without considering potential public backlash.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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At one point, Mandel stepped out of the room to let the two converse alone, while emotional piano music swelled in the background.—
Shania Russell,
EW.com,
27 Jan. 2025
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Seen facing each other on a couch, the two converse with the ease of good friends.—
Lisa Kennedy,
Variety,
24 Jan. 2025
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Little debate exists that his hire as a play caller rates as the most significant change for the Huskers ahead of next season.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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Late & Live will once again be the only place to watch the celebrity evictees first live interview alongside an array of unmissable exclusive features including access to the camera runs, special guest commentary and fiery debate.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
17 Feb. 2025
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When joining as a client, users undergo a consultation and upon Agape finding a fit, they will be matched with someone.—
Emily Burns,
WWD,
11 Feb. 2025
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The full-service studio works on projects of all sizes, offering everything from design consultations to overseeing remodels and new builds.—
Elizabeth Stamp,
Architectural Digest,
10 Feb. 2025
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Xi met them at a symposium for private sector enterprises on Monday held at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People, reported the official Xinhua News Agency, and delivered a speech after listening to the entrepreneurs.—
Yue Wang,
Forbes,
17 Feb. 2025
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Liang Wenfeng is set to join President Xi Jinping, the Alibaba co-founder Jack Ma and others for a symposium as soon as next week, according to Bloomberg.—
Andrew Ross Sorkin,
New York Times,
14 Feb. 2025
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Several council members already signed on to support the legislation, Benedict tells Axios, indicating the plan has some momentum.—
Nate Rau,
Axios,
11 Feb. 2025
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Seven council members voted in favor of the Second Avenue property as a possible shelter, with none opposed.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Feb. 2025
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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