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seminar

noun

ˈse-mə-ˌnär

Definition of seminar

as in symposium

a meeting featuring a group discussion a seminar bringing together the world's leading epidemiologists

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Recent Examples of seminar This year’s convention will include an art exhibition, more than 40 seminars, a 150-vendor marketplace, live entertainment and more. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 June 2026 In 2024, the country hosted its first-ever Holocaust education seminar for 25 high-school teachers in Elbasan. — Larry Luxner, Sun Sentinel, 29 June 2026 Earlier in the day, Natalie informs him that he’s been invited to an international hospitality seminar in Japan, which initially causes a panic attack. — Jake Kring-Schreifels, Time, 26 June 2026 They will be associated with Accor and Swissôtel activities for 18 months, which can include activations such as inspiration talks, conferences and seminars for Accor employees and members of the group’s loyalty program. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for seminar

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Among the attractions are a Maid Cafe inspired by Tokyo’s Akihabara district, the Anime Expo Fashion Show, J-Pop performances, academic symposiums, gaming panels and previews of upcoming anime series and films.

— City News Service, Daily News, 2 July 2026
The Redken Symposium format has evolved over the years—some symposiums have offered more a la carte classes, while this year the focus has been on mainstage sessions.

— Celia Shatzman, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

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Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department During the news conference, Bluthenthal's two children delivered a plea for justice via video, while his mother spoke directly to the crowd.

— Dean Fioresi, CBS News, 1 July 2026
And oncology conferences are beginning to include sessions on hormones and how to help women after cancer.

— Laura Trujillo, USA Today, 30 June 2026

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