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as in symposium
a meeting featuring a group discussion
attended a colloquy on economic globalization
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as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
the subject of the spirited colloquy was the disputed authorship of the plays attributed to Shakespeare
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as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
a casual colloquy between two old colleagues in the faculty lounge
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Recent Examples of colloquy
There is nothing analytical about Jackiw and Denk’s rendition, which translates all those formal intricacies into an infectious colloquy of voices.
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Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
State of play: The concrete barriers guarding the steep switchbacks above Wasatch Mountain State Park now display a colloquy of pro- and anti-Trump graffiti.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024
These artist combinations – or colloquies, as Viveros-Fauné calls them – are especially effective at Stelo Arts and Parallax Art Center.
—Briana Miller | , oregonlive, 11 Sep. 2023
Charlie and Joanie’s colloquy in the thoroughfare is also a mutual reassurance that the other’s dream has value.
—Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 22 Dec. 2021
And the superb Baryshnikov somehow turns his body to stone, ending the colloquy.
—Joan Acocella, The New York Review of Books, 14 May 2020
While there is inevitably a performative dimension to the colloquy between these two figures who have spent so many years on the public stage, Obama and Springsteen are also both deeply introspective.
—BostonGlobe.com, 25 Mar. 2021
Milius concentrates on conservative patriots, yet her colloquy of all those involved in creating or fighting the coup highlights the varied countenances, plus their camera-ready expressions, that reveal an unexpectedly broad, adversarial America.
—Armond White, National Review, 9 Dec. 2020
Leach said during a news conference colloquy with this New York Times reporter, drawing some Mississippi State faithful to Twitter’s ramparts.
—Alan Blinder, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2020
Alex Ross, The New Yorker, 4 Nov. 2024
State of play: The concrete barriers guarding the steep switchbacks above Wasatch Mountain State Park now display a colloquy of pro- and anti-Trump graffiti.
—Erin Alberty, Axios, 13 Aug. 2024
These artist combinations – or colloquies, as Viveros-Fauné calls them – are especially effective at Stelo Arts and Parallax Art Center.
—Briana Miller | , oregonlive, 11 Sep. 2023
Charlie and Joanie’s colloquy in the thoroughfare is also a mutual reassurance that the other’s dream has value.
—Matt Zoller Seitz, Vulture, 22 Dec. 2021
And the superb Baryshnikov somehow turns his body to stone, ending the colloquy.
—Joan Acocella, The New York Review of Books, 14 May 2020
While there is inevitably a performative dimension to the colloquy between these two figures who have spent so many years on the public stage, Obama and Springsteen are also both deeply introspective.
—BostonGlobe.com, 25 Mar. 2021
Milius concentrates on conservative patriots, yet her colloquy of all those involved in creating or fighting the coup highlights the varied countenances, plus their camera-ready expressions, that reveal an unexpectedly broad, adversarial America.
—Armond White, National Review, 9 Dec. 2020
Leach said during a news conference colloquy with this New York Times reporter, drawing some Mississippi State faithful to Twitter’s ramparts.
—Alan Blinder, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colloquy
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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
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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
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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
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The fine will be up for discussion, but Washington suggested $500.—
Paulina Dedaj,
Fox News,
20 Mar. 2025
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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
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Kinnell’s ensuing lines about his meal with the long-dead poet John Keats make a compelling case for conversations with ghosts.—
The New York Times News Service Syndicate,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
19 Mar. 2025
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The seminar, attended by about 50 people March 4 at the Liberty Station Conference Center in Point Loma, followed the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County in January that displaced thousands of residents and decimated entire neighborhoods.—
Tyler Faurot,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Mar. 2025
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The lineup includes 11 events, including chef collab dinners, seafood-centric tastings, seminars, a dance party, and Sunday brunch — as well as the signature Grand Tasting event at Lumen Field.—
Elizabeth Brownfield,
Forbes,
8 Mar. 2025
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The two judges vying to be Wisconsin’s newest Supreme Court justice argued over who is more impartial during a heated debate on Wednesday evening.—
Conrad Hoyt,
Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government,
13 Mar. 2025
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In a sneaky legislative maneuver tied into the effort to pass a funding bill and avert a government shutdown, House Republicans earlier this week successfully blocked Democrats from forcing votes and debate on President Donald Trump's controversial tariffs.—
John Parkinson,
ABC News,
13 Mar. 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
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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
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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
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From consultation to aftercare, patient safety and quality results are always the top priority.—
Rowan Briggs,
The Mercury News,
19 Mar. 2025
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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
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“Colloquy.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colloquy. Accessed 25 Mar. 2025.
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