palaver
Example Sentences
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If that happens, keep your eye on the palaver about disability; it’s almost certain to experience a resurgence.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 26, 2024
Kéré’s strong affinity for his native land informs his practice — he references local symbols like the baobab or palaver tree; a traditional blue boubou garment he wore as a child.
From Seattle Times • Mar. 15, 2022
I want to get palaver into a song, too.
From BBC • Oct. 16, 2021
Perhaps one upside of the palaver is that Radnor residents have become more politically engaged.
From New York Times • Jun. 30, 2021
"It's been quite pleasant, our little palaver, sir," I said.
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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