palavers 1 of 2

noun

Definition of palaversnext
plural of palaver
1
as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue seemingly endless palaver between the negotiating parties

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2
as in chats
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this we should get together and have a nice palaver sometime

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palavers

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verb

present tense third-person singular of palaver
1
as in converses
to engage in casual or rambling conversation mothers palavering and drinking coffee while watching their children play

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2
as in coaxes
to get (someone) to do something by gentle urging, special attention, or flattery I let the salesclerk at the electronics store palaver me into a service contract that I didn't need

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palavers
  1. discussions
  2. consultations
  3. chatter
  4. conversations
  5. deliberations
  6. dialogues
Noun
  • The discussions were disclosed as part of a behind-closed-doors Nevada court case, during which Rupert Murdoch failed in an attempt to alter his family trust in favor of his eldest son Lachlan Murdoch.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • While 83% of entrepreneurs agree that wealth should support family goals, only 26% have initiated meaningful discussions on wealth transfer.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of discussions
Noun
  • This tier provides personalized consultations, relocation guides and resources, as well as workshops on mental wellness, self-care and cultural adjustment.
    Christine Michel Carter, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Specializing in credit card debt, Freedom Debt Relief can help clients get started without fees up front and offers free credit card debt relief consultations.
    Elizabeth Gravier, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of consultations
Noun
  • Hong Kong and Mainland China grinded higher, led by growth stocks and consumer subsectors on chatter of holiday season vouchers and in anticipation of the post-CEWC release’s pro-consumption and fiscal policy expansion.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • With her return to Hollywood, Lohan has also caused chatter for her bold outfit choices.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chatter
Noun
  • By applying this tool, families can identify areas of misalignment and begin meaningful conversations around succession, governance, and adaptability.
    Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Below, 20 members of Forbes Technology Council share their predictions about the highlights and trends that will dominate conversations and headlines focused on CES 2025.
    Expert Panel®, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of conversations
Noun
  • Both officials requested anonymity to discuss the ongoing internal deliberations.
    SARAH EL DEEB, arkansasonline.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Over the first two days of deliberations, jurors sent several notes to the court requesting to review video evidence and rehear parts of the jury instructions and testimony during the trial.
    Gloria Pazmino, CNN, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of deliberations
Noun
  • There is a powerful sense of Johnson reaching for new and bolder challenges in his ongoing dialogues with reality and metaphysical thinking, material and idea.
    Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
  • Come November, there are a lot of hot-button dialogues about Thanksgiving food.
    Perri Ormont Blumberg Fox News, Fox News, 28 Nov. 2024
Definition of dialogues
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