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

Daub brings the same sharp eye for sophistry to other forms of palaver that move capital in Silicon Valley.

From New York Times • Oct. 13, 2020

In its place is a lot of vaporous palaver about art, truth, beauty, and genius.

From Slate • Feb. 27, 2019

"It's been quite pleasant, our little palaver, sir," I said.

From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison