as in conversation
talking or a talk between two or more people
ideally, the college classroom should be a place of intellectual converse between student and teacher
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as in to chat
to engage in casual or rambling conversation
jurors are not allowed to converse while the attorneys go off to one side to confer with the judge
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as in reverse
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Recent Examples of converse
David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2024
Together for around half a century, the couple chats, gripes, coos and converses casually and entertainingly.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 13 Apr. 2024
Jodie Cook, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Despite the language barrier that prevented him from conversing with opponents, Richards dominated the tournament.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Noun
During the pop-ups, Mullins converses with guests about the significance of the dishes as well as the past and future of Kansas City’s food scene.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2024
Together for around half a century, the couple chats, gripes, coos and converses casually and entertainingly.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 13 Apr. 2024
Verb
More people will be conversing back and forth, for content creation, coaching and asking AI to perform tasks on our behalf.
—Jodie Cook, Forbes, 26 Dec. 2024
Despite the language barrier that prevented him from conversing with opponents, Richards dominated the tournament.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for converse
Noun
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This conversation has been edited for length, clarity and continuity.—
Megan Poinski,
Forbes,
11 Feb. 2025
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This conversation has been edited and condensed for clarity.—
Shannon Carpenter,
CNN,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Sirianni went to lengths this season to maintain the harmonious atmosphere between he and Hurts, spending hours during their bye week midseason chatting together and trying to sort out whatever issues there might be.—
Ben Morse,
CNN,
8 Feb. 2025
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Throughout the flight, the two chatted about their families and jobs, and the situation seemed settled.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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America has witnessed a reverse revolution over these last few weeks.—
Darren Soto,
Orlando Sentinel,
16 Feb. 2025
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Vince Carter’s reverse 360-degree dunk, with a windmill wide and forceful enough to produce a breeze, ignited The Arena in Oakland.—
Marcus Thompson II,
The Athletic,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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One of the messages sent to the boys from an individual later identified by authorities as Brett Bonini asked the two to pull down their pants and rub each others’ genitals over video chat in exchange for 25,000 in Roblox currency, according to the complaint.—
Silas Morgan,
Orlando Sentinel,
11 Feb. 2025
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However, the second phase of the ceasefire—requiring Hamas to release all remaining hostages in exchange for a prolonged truce—remains unresolved.—
Justin Gest,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Within days, Trump was talking to reporters aboard Air Force One about taking control of the island.—
Adam Price,
The Atlantic,
7 Feb. 2025
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Even with the help of microphones, he could sometimes barely be heard above the din of reporters and players talking in other areas of the room.—
Kyle Feldscher,
CNN,
7 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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The idea may feel counterintuitive to some investors, since bond yields and prices have an inverse relationship.—
Michelle Fox,
CNBC,
29 Jan. 2025
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Two of the more common types are inverse and plaque psoriasis.1 Inverse psoriasis is a rash that develops between body folds or places where the skin rubs against itself, including the genitals, underarms, and under the breasts.—
Heidi Cope,
Health,
29 Dec. 2024
Noun
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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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Additional casting is currently in discussion and will be announced soon.—
Alex Ritman,
Variety,
11 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Some Democrats are advocating for a grassroots movement akin to the Tea Party to rejuvenate the party's base and counter Republican initiatives.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
11 Feb. 2025
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Swift was first brought into the mess on Jan. 16 when Baldoni filed a counter lawsuit against Lively, her husband Ryan Reynolds and publicist Leslie Sloane.—
Jager Weatherby,
New York Daily News,
6 Feb. 2025
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“Converse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/converse. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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