What is another word for Hearings?

Pronunciation: [hˈi͡əɹɪŋz] (IPA)

Hearings are basically judicial, legislative or administrative proceedings wherein a group of people listen to a certain issue, case, or proposal. In other words, hearings are events that focus on listening to evidence, arguments and the views of different parties involved. There are several words that can be used interchangeably with hearings, such as inquiries, meetings, sessions, discussions, proceedings, deliberations, conferences and consultations. Each of these words highlights the idea of listening to or presenting a case, but may have slightly different connotations depending on the context. The choice of word depends on the nature and purpose of the event being held.

What are the paraphrases for Hearings?

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What are the hypernyms for Hearings?

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Usage examples for Hearings

Those arbiters had read long and learned disquisitions as befitted the final chapter to months of Hearings.
"The Tempering"
Charles Neville Buck
This man, who sat one day a week to try the cases of delinquent and incorrigible children, presided five days over more mature Hearings.
"The Tempering"
Charles Neville Buck
The licensing board can make investigations and hold Hearings on its own motion.
"A Stake in the Land"
Peter Alexander Speek

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