parley
noun
a discussion or conference.
had parleyed
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past perfectof parley.past perfect
Used to express a completed action that took place before another specific past action occurred.
Example Sentences
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The man credited with solving it was bearded Orlando Villas Boas, who had parleyed with the Kalapalos for five years.
From Time Magazine Archive
Old Chief John Ochase had parleyed time after time with Government men anxious to settle the tribe on a reservation.
From Time Magazine Archive
I remember the man crossed the creaking floor and sat down near us after he had parleyed with Uncle Eb awhile in whispers.
From Eben Holden, a tale of the north country by Irving Bacheller
During a month or more they had parleyed with their besiegers, but the terms which they had offered had thus far been refused.
From The Swedish Revolution Under Gustavus Vasa by Paul Barron Watson
Knowing that mountain men carry only five cartridges in their revolvers, leaving the hammer for safety on an empty chamber, Laramie had parleyed with Stone only long enough to suit his own purpose.
From Laramie Holds the Range by Frank H. (Frank Hamilton) Spearman
