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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
Because the most important thing is the dialogue, and the medium is the message.
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2025
According to the curator, the organization of the space and the dialogue between the pieces was based on first recreating elements of Young’s creative environment.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
In Corbet’s statement, the Golden Globe-winning director defended the use of AI to tweak Brody and Jones’ dialogue and explained how it was implemented in The Brutalist.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Swing!, a celebration of dance in the big band era, featured zero dialogue and was nominated for five Tonys, including best musical.
—Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Jan. 2025
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Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 29 Jan. 2025
According to the curator, the organization of the space and the dialogue between the pieces was based on first recreating elements of Young’s creative environment.
—Miguel Sirgado, Miami Herald, 29 Jan. 2025
In Corbet’s statement, the Golden Globe-winning director defended the use of AI to tweak Brody and Jones’ dialogue and explained how it was implemented in The Brutalist.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes, 20 Jan. 2025
Swing!, a celebration of dance in the big band era, featured zero dialogue and was nominated for five Tonys, including best musical.
—Mike Barnes, The Hollywood Reporter, 20 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
Noun
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The council is also preparing for a conference for brands, suppliers, workers, advocates, and government officials to discuss actionable solutions and policies.—
Angela Velasquez,
Sourcing Journal,
4 Feb. 2025
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The regional championship follows on the heels of her first conference title a week earlier.—
Patrick Z. McGavin,
Chicago Tribune,
4 Feb. 2025
Noun
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After all, how many conversations about the Bachelor happen off-camera?—
EW.com,
EW.com,
11 Feb. 2025
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The conversation had an awkward start when Demoss—real name Dajua Blanding—sat uncomfortably in the chair at the mic.—
Mya Abraham,
VIBE.com,
11 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Additional casting is currently in discussion and will be announced soon.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
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
Noun
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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
Noun
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The Times‘ publisher, A.G. Sulzberger, doesn’t appear to have commented directly on the ongoing litigation but early last year cast the debate about AI in terms of a principled stand, even if the evolving tech has potential to help reporters as well.—
Erik Hayden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
5 Feb. 2025
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And then there's the legal debate over impoundment — i.e., whether the president is legally obligated to spend money that Congress appropriates.—
Nathaniel Rakich,
ABC News,
4 Feb. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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Artists’ Talks symposium, children’s art activities, music and food trucks.—
Kari Barnett,
Sun Sentinel,
6 Jan. 2025
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Day-long garden seminars and symposiums are very popular up and down the Front Range through the winter months.—
Betty Cahill,
The Denver Post,
5 Jan. 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 16 Feb. 2025.
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