- present participle of confer.
conferring
Example Sentences
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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
"After conferring with the league office, because Lamar didn't take starter reps in practice, we updated our report to reflect his practice participation," the Ravens said.
From Barron's ● Oct. 31, 2025
After conferring with state water quality officials, DWP drained the reservoir to repair the floating cover.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 23, 2025
He saw Chess and Emma conferring in whispers ahead of him.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
