parleying

verb

Definition of parleyingnext
present participle of parley
as in consulting
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem in an effort to win the goodwill of the locals, the developers parleyed with them before finalizing plans for the massive mall

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  1. conferring
  2. discussing
  3. talking
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  • The Librarian makes the annual selections after conferring with the members of the National Film Preservation Board and a cadre of Library specialists.
    Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
  • In 1908, the university began conferring honorary degrees as part of the ceremony.
    Ashley Hume, Fox News, 23 Nov. 2024
Definition of conferring
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  • To that point, some 59% of financial advisors are not currently using or discussing cryptocurrency with their clients, according to a survey released in June from Cerulli Associates.
    Kate Dore, CFP®, CNBC, 23 Dec. 2024
  • This new puzzle game has rapidly garnered a dedicated global fan base, with players eagerly discussing strategies and sharing their daily results on social media.
    Flynn Nicholls, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of discussing
Verb
  • Bedard thought his recent production was a byproduct of his own ability and talking with Sorensen.
    Scott Powers, The Athletic, 16 Dec. 2024
  • That’s the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland talking her usual nonsense, back in 1871.
    Glenn Adamson, ARTnews.com, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of talking
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