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also dialog
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as in discussion
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 mature, honest dialogue offers a sense of resolve, ushering you into a pleasant space that stimulates you to nurture yourself.
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Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 18 June 2026
Organizations that combine institutional experience with accountability and authentic dialogue are more likely to build lasting trust with emerging generations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Rojas on Thursday said his capture undermined the confidence of the rank and file but did not derail the dialogue process.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
But before either the dialogue or the literary discussion, some opening thoughts on the news of a looming or apparent agreement or cease-fire, maybe some kind of deal, between the United States and Iran.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
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Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 18 June 2026
Organizations that combine institutional experience with accountability and authentic dialogue are more likely to build lasting trust with emerging generations.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026
Rojas on Thursday said his capture undermined the confidence of the rank and file but did not derail the dialogue process.
—ABC News, 18 June 2026
But before either the dialogue or the literary discussion, some opening thoughts on the news of a looming or apparent agreement or cease-fire, maybe some kind of deal, between the United States and Iran.
—David Frum, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
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OutKick/Fox News Digital asked Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson before the game whether the team had talked to Wembanyama about the anthem discussion and whether Wembanyama would be on the floor for the anthem before Game 5.—
Dan Zaksheske OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
14 June 2026
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The question of whether blue light glasses work as advertised has moved from a niche eye-care discussion to a mainstream consumer concern, especially as screen time climbs and shoppers spend money on lenses that promise better sleep, less eye strain and sharper focus.—
Samantha Agate,
Miami Herald,
13 June 2026
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The teacher reported the morning’s conversation to administrators, according to the suit.—
Rebecca Johnson,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2026
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The American Psychiatric Association adds that mind-body practices belong in the same conversation.—
Samantha Agate,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
13 June 2026
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The same physician who designs the hairline at the morning consultation is still in the room placing grafts in the afternoon.—
Ascend Agency,
Denver Post,
18 June 2026
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Contracting with a reputable Medicare brokerage to offer one-on-one consultations to your retiring employees costs your company nothing and delivers significant value.—
Sylvia Gordon,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
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The new hire was Mike Brown, a funny, amiable man, who, at least outwardly, looks to have a converse personality to Thibodeau.—
Vinson Cunningham,
New Yorker,
2 June 2026
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Inside this building, generations of artists a century apart converse about similarly distressing and awe-inducing encounters between us and our technological creations.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
19 Mar. 2026
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The breakout success of these films has ignited debate across Hollywood about what made these movies so popular, especially among Gen Z moviegoers who haven’t been flocking to cinemas in recent years.—
Cerys Davies,
Los Angeles Times,
20 June 2026
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Major League Baseball's warning to several San Francisco Giants pitchers who wrote Bible verses on their Pride Night caps is fueling online debate about the limits of free expression in professional baseball.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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When Kelli arrives to move into Shamea’s townhouse, the exchange is fraught with what feels like subliminal messages directed at Porsha.—
Ile-Ife Okantah,
Vulture,
15 June 2026
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Amazon Chief Executive Andy Jassy was involved in those exchanges, one of the people said.—
Maggie Eastland,
Los Angeles Times,
14 June 2026
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The neurological consult also changed Yates’s view of sleep, nutrition, and the consequences of running on fumes.—
Melinda Fulmer,
Robb Report,
11 June 2026
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Beverly Kingston does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Beverly Kingston,
The Conversation,
9 June 2026
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Many critics said that its picture of discourse was too becalmed, resembling a university seminar.—
Alex Ross,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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There’s discourse surrounding things like your chest hair on the internet.—
Lacey Rose,
HollywoodReporter,
13 June 2026
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.
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