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conclave

Secret meeting, in particular the gathering of cardinals in Rome to elect a new pope. They are locked away in the Vatican Palace until they have reached a decision. The result of each ballot is announced by a smoke signal - black for an undecided vote and white when the choice is made.
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Schemes have indeed been laid in the vestry which would hardly disgrace the conclave.
The History of Tom Jones, a Foundling by Fielding, Henry View in context
Doctor Wybrow lit his cigar, and looked round him at his brethren in social conclave assembled.
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Every mere council of appointment, however constituted, will be a conclave, in which cabal and intrigue will have their full scope.
Federalist Papers Authored by Alexander Hamilton by Hamilton, Alexander View in context
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