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confer

[kuhn-fur] / kənˈfɜr /




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Put options give the right to sell shares at a set price, while calls confer the right to buy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

The justices then read those briefs and hear oral arguments in the case in a public session, during which they can question attorneys for both sides, before they meet and confer.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

This "selfless" sharing, known as horizontal gene transfer, can rapidly spread useful traits including genes that confer resistance to antibiotic drugs used to treat infections.

From Science Daily • Apr. 17, 2026

Baghaei said that there have been no direct negotiations, but only messages through intermediaries stating that the U.S. wants to confer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

And in doing so, we overlook how those same groupings confer advantage.

From "Drama High" by Michael Sokolove




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