palavers 1 of 2

noun

Definition of palaversnext
plural of palaver
1
as in discussions
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue seemingly endless palaver between the negotiating parties

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2
as in chats
friendly, informal conversation or an instance of this we should get together and have a nice palaver sometime

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palavers

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verb

present tense third-person singular of palaver
1
as in converses
to engage in casual or rambling conversation mothers palavering and drinking coffee while watching their children play

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2
as in coaxes
to get (someone) to do something by gentle urging, special attention, or flattery I let the salesclerk at the electronics store palaver me into a service contract that I didn't need

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palavers
  1. discussions
  2. consultations
  3. chatter
  4. conversations
  5. deliberations
  6. dialogues
Noun
  • The departures have forced a broader discussions within the organization about its strategic direction and commitment to AI safety principles.
    Sol Rashidi, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Encryption tools, secure communication channels, and data storage are essential to maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive discussions.
    Allison Carnegie, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of discussions
Noun
  • If some of these steps begin to bear fruit, consultations could begin on multiple tracks.
    Samuel Charap, Foreign Affairs, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Making a Difference Daniel Alain customers often fly to the brand’s picturesque Newport Beach, CA headquarters for personal consultations before making a purchase.
    Dahvi Shira, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Definition of consultations
Noun
  • Hong Kong and Mainland China grinded higher, led by growth stocks and consumer subsectors on chatter of holiday season vouchers and in anticipation of the post-CEWC release’s pro-consumption and fiscal policy expansion.
    Brendan Ahern, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
  • With her return to Hollywood, Lohan has also caused chatter for her bold outfit choices.
    Michelle Lee, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of chatter
Noun
  • She was helped along the way by recurring imaginary conversations with Conway's star detective Atticus Pund (Timothy McMullan), playing out Conway's final fictional mystery alongside Susan's real investigation.
    Ars Technica, Ars Technica, 24 Dec. 2024
  • Kwong also offers suggestions to listeners interested in starting these conversations with their own family members.
    Marnie Shure, The Atlantic, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of conversations
Noun
  • The mindset driving their deliberations is a focus on results and speed.
    Eric Berger, Ars Technica, 23 Dec. 2024
  • But defending Stephanopoulos’ statements may have been more fraught, according to people familiar with Disney’s internal deliberations.
    Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of deliberations
Noun
  • Clarity dialogues are empowering.
    Forbes, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
  • There is a powerful sense of Johnson reaching for new and bolder challenges in his ongoing dialogues with reality and metaphysical thinking, material and idea.
    Calvin Tomkins, The New Yorker, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of dialogues
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