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also dialog
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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
The film whisks through various plot convolutions, but the real attraction is the sharp dialogue (David Mamet co-writes the script), the tense scenes of spycraft in practice, and action sequences that Frankenheimer must have been waiting his whole career to shoot.
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Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
The dialogue is deft and convincing, but the film is always struggling to rise above its clichéd plot.
—Caryn James, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
His presence is a frustrating, but necessary, addition to the dialogue Keup and the Silverman’s are trying to create around the East/West conflict that persisted for almost half of the 20th Century.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Mar. 2025
There are announcements and proclamations galore and never just dialogue between real people talking.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 8 Mar. 2025
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Keith Phipps, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2025
The dialogue is deft and convincing, but the film is always struggling to rise above its clichéd plot.
—Caryn James, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Mar. 2025
His presence is a frustrating, but necessary, addition to the dialogue Keup and the Silverman’s are trying to create around the East/West conflict that persisted for almost half of the 20th Century.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 8 Mar. 2025
There are announcements and proclamations galore and never just dialogue between real people talking.
—Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 8 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
Noun
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To give us an opportunity to start this conference briefly and remind the world that Edan Alexander is still held hostage in Gaza right now.—
Ryan Gaydos,
Fox News,
23 Mar. 2025
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Rowe was also quick to compliment the Bruins and their impact on the conference.—
Caroline Price,
Forbes,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Join Discussions – Follow AI conversations on LinkedIn, listen to AI podcasts, or attend webinars.—
Dr. Diane Hamilton,
Forbes,
19 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
Noun
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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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Many content creators engage with their audience through community posts that include interactive features like polls and discussion prompts.—
Aytekin Tank,
Forbes,
20 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
Noun
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Plus, Chris Christie on the debate over presidential powers.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Mar. 2025
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And look for dozens of episodes featuring genre-spanning discussions, debates, and explainers with Rolling Stone’s critics and reporters.—
Brian Hiatt,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2025
Noun
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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
Noun
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There are also numerous other speakers from MIT, Harvard and Cornell presenting at the symposium, and an array of professionals and experts who can lead us into asking those deeper questions.—
John Werner,
Forbes,
19 Mar. 2025
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Officials took this a step further at the warfare symposium in Colorado.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
13 Mar. 2025
Noun
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Miami Shores residents will elect three at-large council members on Tuesday, April 8.—
Miami Herald Staff,
Miami Herald,
21 Mar. 2025
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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
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 1 Apr. 2025.
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