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consultation

noun

ˌkän(t)-səl-ˈtā-shən How to pronounce consultation (audio)
Definition of consultationnext
as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue holding frequent consultations with his lawyer to discuss the case

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Recent Examples of consultation But consultation hotlines are all too often the only option of providing it. — Meg Leduc, STAT, 23 Sep. 2026 An initial consultation is typically free, but there are usually other costs for these services, including setup fees and monthly charges. — Jason Stauffer, CNBC, 22 Sep. 2026 Xbox is also still in consultations over the future of Arkane and the Blade game, in accordance with French labor laws. — Tom Warren, The Verge, 22 Sep. 2026 Trump and ⁠Xi first discussed potential consultations on AI development in May in Beijing, but that ​forum was ⁠never formalized. — CNN Money, 21 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consultation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultation
  1. discussion
  2. consult
  3. debate
  4. talk
  5. meeting
  6. conversation
  7. conference
Noun
  • Its website describes virtual events, group chats and online discussions for members who live in smaller communities, prefer remote participation or cannot easily attend local activities.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Any discussion of taxes represents general information and is not intended to be, nor should it be construed to be, legal or tax advice.
    — Rob Edwards, Forbes.com, 25 Sep. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • Lee Ann Rawlins Williams does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.
    — Lee Ann Rawlins Williams, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026
  • Mindy Leffler developed the Duchenne Video Assessment, used in Capricor’s Phase 3 study, and consults on its data.
    — Mindy Leffler, STAT, 20 Aug. 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • The Civic Committee’s latest contribution to the debate over Chicago’s future is to our minds a plea.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 20 Sep. 2026
  • From higher airport parking fees to a growing debate over license plate cameras, plenty of local news shaped the Sacramento region this week.
    — Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 19 Sep. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • That gives Qatar a powerful reason to keep talks moving between Tehran and Washington.
    — Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • After news of advanced settlement talks was reported over the weekend, Bloomberg reported today that Paramount reached an agreement with California and other states that sued to block the merger.
    — Jon Brodkin, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of talk
Noun
  • In the very near future, the most consequential presence in your next client meeting may not be seated at the table.
    — Lital Marom, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026
  • After receiving a letter of protest, President Meyer summoned a general meeting on November 23.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of meeting
Noun
  • Easier discussions will be held around tariffs and agricultural products like soybeans, while AI, autos, technology and e-commerce will feature on the agenda, said the official, who asked for anonymity to discuss private conversations.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Pesticides became one of several possible explanations the community felt was worth investigating – and one that quickly gained traction in Ladera Ranch conversations, social media posts, and local meetings.
    — Julia Vargas Jones, CNN Money, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • Within a few short months of the conference, by intertwining human insight with AI scale, the decades-old mystery would collapse.
    — Lyndie Chiou, Scientific American, 22 Sep. 2026
  • This year’s conference will feature a moderated conversation between Obama and Peter Mallouk, the company’s president and chief financial officer.
    — Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of conference

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“Consultation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultation. Accessed 27 Sep. 2026.

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