as in adviser
a person who gives advice especially professionally
a consultant in public relations to a number of large corporations
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Recent Examples of consultant
Bindra and Herzon are continuing to collaborate as consultants.
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Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 27 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tested the drinking water for contaminants, and environmental consultants tested the soil, HVAC systems, indoor air and surfaces including floors, desks and lockers.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Management Consultant Kudos to this management consultant for capturing in just one line the most important career new year’s resolution to make in 2026 -- playing both good offense and defense.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The Protect and Serve Texas PAC brought the information to Morris’ campaign, which then shared it with the Fort Worth Police Officers Association, said campaign spokesperson Craig Murphy, a political consultant who also works with the police association.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Jan. 2026
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Isabella Backman, Hartford Courant, 27 Jan. 2026
The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power tested the drinking water for contaminants, and environmental consultants tested the soil, HVAC systems, indoor air and surfaces including floors, desks and lockers.
—Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2026
Management Consultant Kudos to this management consultant for capturing in just one line the most important career new year’s resolution to make in 2026 -- playing both good offense and defense.
—Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026
The Protect and Serve Texas PAC brought the information to Morris’ campaign, which then shared it with the Fort Worth Police Officers Association, said campaign spokesperson Craig Murphy, a political consultant who also works with the police association.
—Eleanor Dearman, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultant
adviser
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But with his broadcast duties, the Hall of Fame quarterback has been more of a pitchman and advisor than hands-on architect.—
J.J. Bailey,
New York Times,
12 Jan. 2026
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After stepping out to accommodate Paigyn’s daily noon meditation, Ainsley heads straight to the admissions office to plead her case with advisor, Greta (Miriam Silverman).—
Samantha Stutsman,
PEOPLE,
11 Jan. 2026
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“Consultant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultant. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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