regional convention

collocation in English

meaningsofregionalandconvention

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regional
adjective
uk
/ˈriː.dʒən.əl/us
/ˈriː.dʒən.əl/
relating to or coming from a particular part of ...
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convention
noun
uk
/kənˈven.ʃən/us
/kənˈven.ʃən/
a large formal meeting of people who do a particular job or have a similar interest, or a large meeting for a ...
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(Definition ofregionalandconventionfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

Examplesofregional convention

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It called for the development of aregionalconventionon public participation to be considered.
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Larger groups of congregations meet once a year for a three-dayregionalconvention, usually at rented stadiums or auditoriums.
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Built in the 1960s to serve as aregionalconventioncenter, it was famous locally for its large gold dome and the luxury of the rooms within.
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No such projects, linked specifically to prospective regional conventions, are being supported currently from bilateral aid funds.
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The convention has since been amended and brought more into line with other regional conventions.
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The three existing regional conventions have been worked out deliberately on a localised basis to reflect the different sea conditions.
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This amendment revises the convention to bring it more into line with other regional conventions and international instruments.
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We know that there are at present various regional conventions or assemblies that combine local authorities.
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This amendment effects a significant change to the convention, bringing it more into line with other regional conventions and international instruments and taking modern practices in fisheries management into account.
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Other events held there include commencement ceremonies, concerts, and regional conventions.
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The facility features 86000 sqft of meeting space, and regularly plays host to weddings, car shows, regional conventions, and presidential candidates.
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Several regional conventions took place in 1875, merging the activities of local political parties towards a single end.
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Several collectors associations hold national or regional conventions, and sponsor activities such as tours, lectures, and auctions.
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