Literary notes about Conference (AI summary)
The term "conference" in literature is remarkably versatile, appearing in contexts that range from formal, high-stakes meetings to intimate private discussions. In narratives of historical and political magnitude, it often signifies gatherings of powerful figures orchestrating crucial decisions—as when magnates are assembled around a table [1] or when leaders deliberate on national policies [2][3]. In works of fiction, it can also highlight personal and secretive conversations that deepen character relationships, such as the discreet meetings between individuals in settings that underscore intimacy or tension [4][5]. Additionally, modern writings have extended the term's reach into technological realms, where it denotes digital interactions and systematic communication exchanges [6][7][8]. This variety in use reflects the word’s evolution, adeptly capturing both the grandeur of historical assemblies and the subtle nuances of personal dialogue.
- A conference took place confined to the magnates sitting at the table.
— from War and Peace by graf Leo Tolstoy - Ten years ago I organized at Tuskegee the first Negro Conference.
— from Up from Slavery: An Autobiography by Booker T. Washington - Immediately after this conference, it should seem that some unexpected emergency required the emperor's presence in Pannonia.
— from The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon - “I wish to have a private conference with you two,” said he, when he had surveyed me at his leisure.
— from Great Expectations by Charles Dickens - Miss Lucas called soon after breakfast, and in a private conference with Elizabeth related the event of the day before.
— from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen - * Grab to compressed file: New messages and conference items are selected, automatically compressed and stored in a file.
— from The Online World by Odd De Presno - Grab to display: New messages and conference items are received in an uninterrupted stream without stops between items.
— from The Online World by Odd De Presno - Some online services let users retrieve conference messages using a special get or grab function.
— from The Online World by Odd De Presno
