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conferring

[kuhn-fur-ing] / kənˈfɜr ɪŋ /


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A firefighting aircraft was able to fly over the fire Monday and was conferring with firefighters on the ground to decide whether it would be possible to use more aircraft, Theune said.

From Los Angeles Times May 18, 2026

As the Bank of Southwark went public in Philadelphia, investors hired muscular goons to sign their names into the subscription books conferring the right to buy shares.

From The Wall Street Journal May 7, 2026

Back in Chiapas, where he said he can’t find work, he is helping his parents cultivate their land, while also conferring with Maria on how they might reunite.

From The Wall Street Journal Mar. 23, 2026

Bain firmly she rejected accusations of corruption and conferring political advantage.

From BBC Feb. 19, 2026

The lawyers stopped conferring, the prosecutors awaiting other cases paid attention, and family members ceased their chatter.

From "Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson




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