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Plural for a formal meeting of people with a shared interest, typically one that takes place over several days
“I have not attended a conference for medical professionals that did not include a workshop on breathing exercises or meditation or even yoga movement.”
Plural for a formal meeting involving much discussion or exchange of information
“Last October, the prince invited a group of writers and teachers to a weekend conference to discuss the teaching of English and history in state schools.”
Plural for a discussion taking place at a meeting on a given subject
“At a heated conference on the state of contemporary music, composer George Rochberg declared that modernism had failed us.”
Plural for a division or group of sporting teams that play each other regularly
“Eight teams in the Western Conference and eight teams in the Eastern Conference battle each other to get to the Finals.”
Plural for a commercial association for the regulation of an area of activity or the exchange of information
“Extending these ties, Calkins established a Conference for Federal Executives to offer senior career executives a chance to discuss a wide range of policy issues with experts.”
Plural for talk or gossip, especially when lengthy or tedious
Plural for a commercial event where multiple vendors meet to showcase and promote their products or services
Plural for a series of lectures or lessons in a particular subject, leading to an examination or qualification
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