second opinion

noun

: advice from a second expert (such as a doctor) to make sure advice from the first such expert is correct

My doctor says I need surgery, but I'm going to get a second opinion.

Examples of second opinion in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Hiring an arborist to get a second opinion wouldn’t be required, but an arborist’s opinion would carry more weight, Bortnicki said. — Doug Ross, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026

Christina took Faye to her local clinic at Derriford Hospital for a second opinion. — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 9 July 2026

Helsley is seeking a second opinion regarding his elbow soreness, which puts his status and potential return into flux. — Greg Jewett, New York Times, 9 July 2026

At the very least, get a second opinion by somebody who is knowledgeable in this area. — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026

Rhymes for second opinion

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