conferring
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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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