Thesaurus results for CONSULTATION

consultation

noun

ˌkän(t)-səl-ˈtā-shən

Definition of consultation

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 Ten shops-in-shop line the perimeter of the new space, which features rows of glittering glass cases and a living room area for launches, events and consultations. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026 Jonathan said the initial consultation for the surgery will cost $1,200 — but beyond that, the exact price for the procedure is still unclear, leaving him uncertain what route to take. — Sara Belcher, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2026 Among them, Amazon Beauty is offering one-on-one makeup artist consultations; Wella Professionals is offering dry hair styling and touch-ups; and Anastasia Soare will give a brow artistry masterclass. — Jennet Jusu, Allure, 10 Sep. 2026 The French selection committee will finalize its submission following a consultation period set to begin on September 16. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for consultation

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Noun

There are also discussions about an adjacent White House meeting with AI CEOs next week, which House Majority Leader Mike Johnson referenced, but a representative for the speaker declined to provide further details.

— Ashley Gold, semafor.com, 18 Sep. 2026
One focus of the discussion during Thursday’s regular board meeting was whether the community should be allowed to name the school after another individual, despite a district staff proposal to prohibit names of individuals.

— Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of discussion

Noun

Abigail Witmer 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.

— Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 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

Although the war in Europe and the Pacific dominates debates about Allied misconduct, the colonial character of World War II may tell us more about the origins of our present moment.

— Faisal Devji, Time, 11 Sep. 2026
And yet somehow their killing was subject to endless newsroom debates about language and standards.

— Ayman M. Mohyeldin, Vanity Fair, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of debate

Noun

The positive news on Monday is that there’s been progress and substantive talks on Gauthier, who’s a restricted free agent.

— Pierre LeBrun, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026
But some experts who followed the talks thought that Araghchi’s proposals were made in earnest.

— Dexter Filkins, New Yorker, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of talk

Noun

Those of us among the audience are, by implication, among the meeting’s attendees, and our engagement with Ireland’s play, under Maria Dizzia’s direction, has a certain active power.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 15 Sep. 2026
Two years ago, quantum technology and AI came up in separate meetings, on separate slides, championed by different people in the room.

— Dax Grant, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of meeting

Noun

If those two facets work out as hoped, and Murray’s ability shows in stats that mirror some of his better seasons, the Vikings should be squarely in the conversation to win the NFC North.

— Matt Schneidman, New York Times, 7 Sep. 2026
Kadooze to Candiace for plopping right down on the couch and jumping into the conversation instead of letting the snub ruin being a part of the anniversary celebration.

— Ile-Ife Okantah, Vulture, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of conversation

Noun

Still, most analysts and economists expect a hike after a speech two weeks ago at the Fed’s annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, in which Warsh argued that the Fed had not yet achieved its goal of putting inflation in check.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026
La Strada is overseas working as an election observer and did not attend the press conference.

— Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 15 Sep. 2026

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