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conferring

[kuhn-fur-ing] / kənˈfɜr ɪŋ /


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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

But Indians in the US face the longest wait of any foreign nationality to receive a green card conferring lawful permanent residency.

From BBC • Feb. 10, 2025

She leaned back into the cockpit for a moment—Maddie could see several figures beckoning and conferring behind her.

From "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein