During the last decade, several conferences, a dozen books and many articles have dealt with language evolution.

The conference would deal with "self-determination" for the Palestinian people, among other topics.

The conference dealt with creativity and its possible links to parapsychology.

The conference here did not deal directly with the issue of sexually active clergy.

For example, a conference may deal with making semiconductor chips.

The conference dealt with several controversial issues, including compensation for slavery and the actions of Israel.

The conference, he said, should deal with "a broad range of issues concerning peace, stability, progress and prosperity within the area."

The conference dealt eventually with three main issues on its agenda: