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session

noun

Definition of session

as in meeting

a gathering of a group of people for a specified purpose The impending economic crisis prompted widespread calls for a special session of the legislature to enact emergency measures. Court is in session.

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Recent Examples of session Proponents of data center development said during the legislative session that the state is missing out on high-paying jobs and millions in additional property tax revenue, while putting America at risk of falling behind foreign competitors. — Des Moines Register, States Newsroom, 3 Sep. 2026 Licata has held several strategic action sessions in the district in conjunction with the Board of Manager’s listening sessions to get feedback about district goals. — Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Sep. 2026 The two have known each other since a writing session in 2014, and have weathered quite a few media storms together. — Marissa R. Moss, Rolling Stone, 3 Sep. 2026 Ryan’s next start could be for the Twins After noting early Wednesday that starter Joe Ryan would throw a bullpen session over the weekend in Chicago, Shelton didn’t rule out the All-Star pitcher’s next start could be in the big leagues. — Dan Hayes, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for session

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The rare meeting underscored Washington's willingness to reopen high-level diplomatic channels with Moscow, even as European allies have intended to keep the nation isolated while the war continues.

— Anniek Bao, CNBC, 1 Sep. 2026
The board is expected to appoint poll workers, approve the notice of election and hold a public test of voting equipment during upcoming meetings in September.

— Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 1 Sep. 2026

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