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also dialog
1
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
If only Brady’s by-the-numbers script gave these terrific performers some snappier dialogue.
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 16 July 2025
That twist might be more shocking if Litvak’s script wasn’t quite so overloaded with intrigue, or if both dialogue and direction didn’t land quite so cumbersomely on lessons to be learned.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 15 July 2025
China: Coercion Cannot Solve Ukraine War Lin Jian, spokesman for the Chinese foreign ministry, said at a press briefing on Tuesday, July 15, that Beijing's position on ending the Ukraine war has been consistent and clear, and that it can only be achieved through dialogue and negotiation.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
There should be a healthy dialogue between the federal agencies and the community at large.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 15 July 2025
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Pete Hammond, Deadline, 16 July 2025
That twist might be more shocking if Litvak’s script wasn’t quite so overloaded with intrigue, or if both dialogue and direction didn’t land quite so cumbersomely on lessons to be learned.
—Dennis Harvey, Variety, 15 July 2025
China: Coercion Cannot Solve Ukraine War Lin Jian, spokesman for the Chinese foreign ministry, said at a press briefing on Tuesday, July 15, that Beijing's position on ending the Ukraine war has been consistent and clear, and that it can only be achieved through dialogue and negotiation.
—Shane Croucher, MSNBC Newsweek, 15 July 2025
There should be a healthy dialogue between the federal agencies and the community at large.
—Niraj Warikoo, Freep.com, 15 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for dialogue
Noun
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Barrett scheduled a status conference on that order for July 24.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
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The Bobcats over the weekend were picked by Big Sky coaches and media to win the conference the third consecutive season.—
Joe Davidson,
Sacbee.com,
21 July 2025
Noun
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Hilariously, Stewart did the puppeteering and Elmo’s voice himself during their conversation.—
Emily Zemler,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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In an exclusive clip shared with Billboard from the singer’s conversation with CNN Chief Climate Correspondent Bill Weir, Eilish opens up about the culture shock of going from growing up in an eco-conscious household to becoming famous in an industry marked by overabundance and excess.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
15 July 2025
Noun
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Leadership Commitment When managers champion financial well-being alongside total rewards discussions and career development conversations, financial literacy and security stop being side topics.—
Marthin De Beer,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Student board members can weigh in on discussions and debates but hold non-voting positions.—
Rachel Wegner,
The Tennessean,
15 July 2025
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Liv Hewson ended up wearing the pink converse sneakers.—
Jackie Strause,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Apr. 2025
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The chatbot converses with patients while simultaneously reviewing their medical records, then generates a ranked list of diagnoses and makes recommendations, such as for prescription drugs or lab tests.—
Amy Feldman,
Forbes.com,
4 Apr. 2025
Noun
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Keegan Bradley: This is not the big captaincy debate.—
Brody Miller,
New York Times,
23 July 2025
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The younger Biden talked about the debate between Joe Biden and Trump several times throughout his interviews with Callaghan and Harrison.—
Hailey Bullis,
The Washington Examiner,
22 July 2025
Noun
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During a 10-week consultation, the couple were given a sheet with statistics about what their life could be like if Jenner carried the four babies to term.—
Alyce Collins,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 July 2025
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Browse through the hundreds of orchid varieties in their greenhouse or schedule a consultation for a custom arrangement with designer Irene Cherchuck.—
Brennan Long,
Southern Living,
11 July 2025
Noun
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The May 29 symposium, which Anderson attended, examined not only the study’s highlights but also ways to address them.—
Doug Ross,
Chicago Tribune,
20 July 2025
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The upper two floors are devoted to socializing and creativity, with a library bar, symposium, recording studio, piano lounge, and private dining rooms.—
Anna Haines,
Forbes.com,
15 July 2025
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With the steps the city and council took last month, officers received a 3% raise within days, Washburn said.—
Alex Brizee
July 18,
Idaho Statesman,
18 July 2025
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Details surfaced at a recent meeting of the Balboa Park Committee, which advises the mayor and council on virtually all aspects of the park.—
Michael Smolens,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 July 2025
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“Dialogue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dialogue. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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