convene
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When the committee did convene, it read her resignation letter and adjourned.
From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026
She says she has “asked the deans to convene students and faculty to establish classroom principles that foster intellectual openness.”
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026
The bill now awaits passage in the House of Representatives where Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said he will convene representatives to decide next steps.
From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026
It’s not clear when the state water board might convene another meeting on the matter.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 21, 2026
We would, when possible, convene a general members’ meeting, which we regarded as vital to the health of our organization.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
Vocabulary lists containing convene
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee, Chapters 16–19
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