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converse

/kənˈvɝs/ noun C2
  1. Free verbal interchange of thoughts or views; conversation; chat. (literary, uncountable)
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Before the entrance of the magistrates, and indeed frequently afterwards, a court of justice, on days when some especial trial is to take place, resembles a drawing-room where many persons recognize each other and converse if they can do so without losing their seats; or, if they are separated by too great a number of lawyers, communicate by signs.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 1046 · C1
I will now seat myself upon my throne, that you may converse with me.” Indeed, the Voice seemed just then to come straight from the throne itself; so they walked toward it and stood in a row while Dorothy said:
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, p. 104 · B2
They wish for secrecy, since we are to converse in a private room.
The Count of Monte Cristo, p. 1042 · C1
She could think of nothing more to say; but if he wished to converse with her, he might have better success.
Pride and Prejudice, p. 321 · B2

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