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Which group holds a conclave to elect its new religious leader?

conclave

[kon-klayv, kong-] / ˈkɒn kleɪv, ˈkɒŋ- /


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China's leaders will likely announce policies aimed at boosting domestic consumption at the annual Two Sessions political conclave this week, but they face an uphill battle.

From Barron's ● Mar. 4, 2026

At its twice-a-decade leadership conclave last week, the party elevated foreign affairs to a "core" national function, alongside national defence and internal security.

From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026

In May he took part in the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV.

From BBC ● Dec. 19, 2025

This week’s conclave, known as the Fourth Plenum, is the Central Committee’s fourth plenary meeting in its current term.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 23, 2025

A roar of outrage came from the conclave.

From "Scythe" by Neal Shusterman




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