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 After undergoing a lengthy IVF journey in Seoul, Jung, who was born in South Korea but grew up in the US, now openly shares her experience on social media and offers consultations to women seeking reproductive care, especially overseas. — Jessica Poitevien, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026 Here’s how major outlets are covering longevity, aftercare and safety—and what to know before a consultation. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Oct. 2026 Ole Berg-Rusten/NTB/AFP via Getty Images Witkoff planned to return to Oslo for more consultations with European officials following his visit to Russia, Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre said. — Tucker Reals, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026 That is why the debate over local consultation is at the heart of the 2026 talks. — David Ginsburg, The Conversation, 20 Oct. 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
  • At least two federal bills to regulate AI in politics are pending discussion and approval by lawmakers.
    — Anagilmara Vílchez, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026
  • SpaceX is attempting to build the fourth nationwide wireless carrier by combining its Starlink direct-to-device network with ground infrastructure, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with discussions.
    — Paulina Likos, CNBC, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of discussion
Noun
  • Danielle Friedman 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.
    — Danielle Friedman, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Expect more brands to pair products with questionnaires, telehealth consults or at-home test kits.
    — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of consult
Noun
  • Essential California asked the bishop about his letter and the church’s role in the immigration debate while checking in with a couple of Catholic scholars who offered their perspectives.
    — Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2026
  • This seems like a perfectly reasonable debate/dialogue/deliberation to have without everybody--well, most bodies--running for the exits.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of debate
Noun
  • Russia and Ukraine are engaged in talks on ending the plight of people trapped in Oleshky, Ukrainian human rights commissioner Dmytro Lubinets said in an interview with Espreso.
    — SAMYA KULLAB, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Her talk focused on being flexible and creative when responding to stress.
    — Maia Szalavitz, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of talk
Noun
  • Every year, Noting’s fan community elects a community board observer, a volunteer who attends the company’s quarterly board meetings and presents customers’ views on products and launches to its directors.
    — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
  • That same year one of the scientists who first uncovered the existence of GRBs, Ray Klebesadel of the clandestine Los Alamos National Laboratory, gave a talk at a meeting of the American Astronomical Society.
    — Robin George Andrews, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of meeting
Noun
  • Brian Romick, the president of Democratic Majority for Israel, put out an issue framework last month in an attempt to move the conversation from the language to the actual policy.
    — David Weigel, semafor.com, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Miller's attempt to recast the conversation about his divorce echoed efforts by other candidates who are struggling to overcome concerns about their character.
    — Lara Korte The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of conversation
Noun
  • Undoubtedly, the biggest blow was the announcement that the kingdom is postponing its flagship investment conference, the Future Investment Initiative, until next year, although no exact date has been set.
    — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Fraschilla has been calling Big 12 basketball for a quarter-century and knows the conference landscape as well as anybody.
    — Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 2026
Definition of conference

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“Consultation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultation. Accessed 25 Oct. 2026.

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