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
The decision was taken by the festival’s board of directors, who have been overseeing an extensive consultation and bidding process since 2025.
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K.j. Yossman,
Variety,
23 June 2026
The appropriate dose should be determined in consultation with a healthcare provider.
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Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
23 June 2026
This includes advice from every consultation, recipes, videos of me performing my yoga exercises and meditation tapes.
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Susan D'arcy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 June 2026
This will be followed by a 10-week industry consultation.
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Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for consultation
K.j. Yossman,
Variety,
23 June 2026
The appropriate dose should be determined in consultation with a healthcare provider.
—
Maggie O'Neill,
Verywell Health,
23 June 2026
This includes advice from every consultation, recipes, videos of me performing my yoga exercises and meditation tapes.
—
Susan D'arcy,
Condé Nast Traveler,
22 June 2026
This will be followed by a 10-week industry consultation.
—
Jake Kanter,
Deadline,
22 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for consultation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultation
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His show, which ran for nearly four decades, provided a national platform for frank discussions on race, politics, and culture.
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If emotions rise, pause to name the concern, then restate the common goal so the discussion shifts from blame toward practical steps and timelines everyone trusts.
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The law requires that the DHS secretary consult with other government agencies before designating a country for TPS.
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Nissen consults for statin-makers AstraZeneca, Bristol Myers Squibb, Novartis and Pfizer but does not receive financial compensation.
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More broadly, the technology also reignites debates over how to balance learning efficiency against the risk of cheating.
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The complexity at play in data center debates is often what has prompted moratoriums, with local governments looking for more time to properly take stock of concerns from neighbors and the facts at hand.
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Trump made the threat on Sunday, even as Vice President JD Vance met Iranian officials in Switzerland for the first talks under the interim accord.
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Still looming over talks, however, is the Israel-Hezbollah conflict in Lebanon, which has continued despite a recent renewal of their ceasefire agreement.
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Violence was also discussed during Tuesday's Stockton City Council meeting as council members considered and approved a new mask ordinance.
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Councilwoman Deborah Peoples hosted a Mosier Valley Community meeting at Texas Star Conference Center in Euless on Wednesday evening to provide an update on the progress and plans for Mosier Valley Park, which has faced delays and funding challenges since 2014.
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January 20 – February 18 By afternoon, conversation sparks playful ideas.
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But Roberts finds moments to pull players aside for one-on-one conversations.
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The anti-expansion provision in the bill now includes the Big 12 and ACC, with the senators changing the language that now includes conferences that bring in $700 million in revenue from not being allowed to join forces.
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The Independence Plaza Building includes a public plaza that runs the length of the property, a mezzanine with outdoor seating, 25 levels of commercial space, a fitness center, a conference center, and three levels of underground parking.
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“Consultation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultation. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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