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conferring

[kuhn-fur-ing] / kənˈfɜr ɪŋ /


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Then, of course, at the center of it was Louie’s passing and the conferring of dignity to somebody after they’ve died was the theme I wanted to focus on.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026

Gulf states aren’t the only ones conferring with the White House.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 26, 2026

Downing Street published a list of the nominations, external and said the King "has been graciously pleased to signify his intention of conferring peerages".

From BBC ● Jul. 16, 2026

Other newfangled ways of accessing private markets have also crept onto investors’ radar in recent years, including digital stock tokens designed to mirror a company’s share-price performance without conferring actual ownership rights.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 16, 2026

“After conferring with several witnesses,” he continues, “I thought it best for us to speak in person—immediately.”

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray




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