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as in to warn
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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2
as in to suggest
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
she advised calling ahead for a reservation at the new restaurant
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the doctor advised with his partner before recommending the patient's treatment
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as in to inform
to give information to
advised her as to the best way to get to the art museum by public transportation
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as in to alert
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
advised us not to invest our money in what looked like a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of advise
To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 Mar. 2026
It's also advised registering for multiple ways to receive alerts and warnings.
—Gregory Padgett, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
To monitor lesser risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies’ social media.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Guests are advised to check the resort's website for the up-to-date pricing.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 Mar. 2026
It's also advised registering for multiple ways to receive alerts and warnings.
—Gregory Padgett, CBS News, 15 Mar. 2026
To monitor lesser risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies’ social media.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 15 Mar. 2026
Guests are advised to check the resort's website for the up-to-date pricing.
—Eve Chen, USA Today, 14 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advise
Verb
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Iran warned oil prices could surge as high as $200 a barrel.—
Bart Jansen,
USA Today,
13 Mar. 2026
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Los Angeles County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
13 Mar. 2026
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Don’t be afraid to suggest budget caps for group plans, because everyone relaxes when guidelines are simple and visible.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
12 Mar. 2026
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Analysts noted similar activity occurred before last year’s Operation Midnight Hammer strikes, suggesting a pattern of fortifying critical facilities in anticipation of attacks.—
Sujita Sinha,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Mar. 2026
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Kansas coach Bill Self says he and his Jayhawk men’s basketball players were not consulted in advance of the Big 12 Conference commissioner’s decision to scrap the controversial LED glass court for Friday’s conference tournament semifinals and Saturday’s final at T-Mobile Center.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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While financial precarity is often associated with lower-income households, a February 2026 analysis by consulting firm Kearney suggests many higher earners remain vulnerable as well.—
Mike Winters,
CNBC,
13 Mar. 2026
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From the haunting coastline of Namibia to off-road adventures in Iceland, let the 13 trips ahead inform your next adventure.—
Nicole Kliest,
Vogue,
11 Mar. 2026
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Instead of publishing that letter, Guerra said the state Democratic Party should have gone straight to releasing the VOTER Index and framing it simply as an opportunity to inform voters about the state of the race for governor.—
Linh Tat,
Daily News,
11 Mar. 2026
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That section of town received evacuation alerts hours after flames threatened the area, and much later than wealthier, whiter areas of the unincorporated town.—
Rebecca Ellis,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Mar. 2026
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The $38 million lawsuit alleges that Advantage Total Protection, or ATP, failed to monitor the mansion and failed to alert authorities in the event of a fire.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
13 Mar. 2026
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That led to the creation of In the Lab with Adam Bartley, a series of acting workshops in May designed to teach local actors the ins and outs of acting on camera.—
Ross Raihala,
Twin Cities,
14 Mar. 2026
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Similarly, Horvath said, giving AI to students without clear instructions or parameters teaches students how to rely on the device, not their own critical thinking.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
14 Mar. 2026
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To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
15 Mar. 2026
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How to Clean Laminate Cabinets with Vinegar Knoll recommends using vinegar sparingly when cleaning laminate cabinets.—
Caroline Lubinsky,
Martha Stewart,
15 Mar. 2026
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Asia-Pacific markets traded higher overnight, buoyed by a softening in global oil prices on Tuesday as the G7 met to discuss the possible use of emergency crude reserves to ease the supply crunch.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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In the event of a tornado watch, the NWS recommends folks review and discuss emergency plans, take inventory of supplies and check their safe room.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
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“Advise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advise. Accessed 16 Mar. 2026.
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