After hearing arguments, the judges confer together to discuss the issues raised in the case.

The judges then confer among themselves and decide on the top and bottom styles.

The three judges conferred several times, but appeared unable to agree on how to proceed.

The four judges conferred for a moment, then shook their heads.

Two judges conferred next to Baker, who eavesdropped on their conversation.

Later the jurors were asked to leave while the judge conferred with the lawyers.

When it was over, we went out to the hall while the judges conferred.

The judge and the lawyers conferred for about 10 minutes.

An air of anticipation hushed the crowd as the judges returned to their table and conferred privately.

The three judges conferred in low and anxious tones.