dialogue

noun

ˈdī-ə-ˌlȯg How to pronounce dialogue (audio)
variants also dialog
Definition of dialoguenext
1
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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2
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 The need for a real conversation on natural gas and biofuels has never been greater, but that dialogue must be based on science, facts and feasibility, not pure politics. — Kris Delair, New York Daily News, 7 Mar. 2025 Straughan translated Robert Harris’s best seller into a tightly wound, effectively plotted little thriller that’s all in the dialogue. — David Sims, The Atlantic, 26 Feb. 2025 Fixes an issue where character models can occasionally display incorrectly after using a Technique while triggering a cutscene dialogue, with the issue possibly persisting even after the dialogue ends. — Ross Rosenfeld, Newsweek, 26 Feb. 2025 Sharing anecdotes and fostering open dialogue ensures everyone feels heard. — Expert Panel®, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for dialogue
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
  1. conference
  2. conversation
  3. discussion
  4. converse
  5. debate
  6. consultation
  7. symposium
  8. council
Noun
  • The Cost Of Career Advancement And Visibility Accomplishment also requires strategic investments in personal branding and career advancement, including networking events and conferences, coaching, speaking opportunities and even social media positioning.
    — Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
  • The World’s Best Hospitals 2024 By Alexis Kayser Healthcare Editor Newsweek Is A Trust Project Member news article 0 The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) got a surprise visit from Shark Tank host Daymond John during its annual conference in Las Vegas this year.
    — Faisal Kutty, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of conference
Noun
  • Join Discussions – Follow AI conversations on LinkedIn, listen to AI podcasts, or attend webinars.
    — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
  • In the guest house, the games room was designed as a casual yet sophisticated gathering space, perfect for board games, conversation, or a quiet retreat.
    — Kristen Flanagan, Architectural Digest, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • The report includes a detailed discussion of the risks associated with the company's operations, including financial, operational, and regulatory risks, as well as risks related to its exploration and evaluation projects.
    — Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 20 Mar. 2025
  • This would have been an interesting topic for a scientific discussion, but it was put forward as a policy document and presented to the Secretary of Health and Human Services the day after it was released.
    — Alice Park, TIME, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • 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
  • Seen facing each other on a couch, the two converse with the ease of good friends.
    — Lisa Kennedy, Variety, 24 Jan. 2025
Definition of converse
Noun
  • The current debates over tariffs are the latest example of the Trump era sending conservatives back to the drawing board to rethink the views of recent generations.
    — Mark Davis, Newsweek, 13 Mar. 2025
  • Apple’s views on the age-verification debate largely echo Google's.
    — Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of debate
Noun
  • From consultation to aftercare, patient safety and quality results are always the top priority.
    — Rowan Briggs, The Mercury News, 19 Mar. 2025
  • Among the issues in the most recent negotiation was a provision to provide appropriate hair and makeup consultation for non-white performers.
    — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of consultation
Noun
  • These figures were celebrated during a symposium on Tuesday afternoon at Florida Atlantic University hosted by Project Opioid, a nonprofit aiming to bring together business, faith, education and philanthropic leaders to solve the overdose and substance abuse crisis.
    — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 26 Feb. 2025
  • This symposium will take place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Valparaiso University’s Harre Union, Ballroom A, 1700 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso.
    — Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 24 Feb. 2025
Definition of symposium
Noun
  • Miami Shores residents will elect three at-large council members on Tuesday, April 8.
    — Miami Herald Staff, Miami Herald, 21 Mar. 2025
  • During the council’s final vote, several members shared their own stories of addiction and loss because of tobacco.
    — Jodi Radke, The Denver Post, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of council

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