conversations

noun

Definition of conversationsnext
plural of conversation
as in discussions
talking or a talk between two or more people Thomas Jefferson was celebrated for his brilliant, wide-ranging conversations with a host of friends and acquaintances

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Recent Examples of conversations Kirk Franklin reflects on a controversial 2024 performance in Jamaica that resulted in conversations about his stagewear and dance moves. — Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 6 Jan. 2025 Offering compensation for their time can help facilitate these conversations. — Michael McFall, Forbes, 6 Jan. 2025 Based on conversations with students, the Lindbergh average may be closer to five or six hours of sleep on school nights. — Lynne Peeples, TIME, 6 Jan. 2025

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