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as in guidance
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
we got some good advice from the vet about dealing with our dog's habit of chasing cars
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as in information
usually advices plural
a report of recent events or facts not previously known
had advices that the city could hold out against an invasion force for at most a week
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Recent Examples of advice
The tone of the instructions and accompanying advice ranges from the plausibly medicinal to the frankly magical.
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Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026
The National Park Service shared other advice on its website.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026
However, consider their previous advice to stick to your intuition rather than follow a trend.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
Judges are governed by strict rules prohibiting them from providing legal advice.
—Florence Taylor Barner, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
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Jan Steyn, The Dial, 10 Mar. 2026
The National Park Service shared other advice on its website.
—Jessica Mekles, FOXNews.com, 10 Mar. 2026
However, consider their previous advice to stick to your intuition rather than follow a trend.
—Sophie Flaxman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Mar. 2026
Judges are governed by strict rules prohibiting them from providing legal advice.
—Florence Taylor Barner, Sun Sentinel, 10 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advice
Noun
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For a young actress weathering a public firestorm, the guidance clearly made an impression.—
Hanna Wickes,
Charlotte Observer,
12 Mar. 2026
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Associations embroiled in contentious disputes should seek guidance from qualified attorneys and other professionals to help find negotiated resolutions.—
Awilda Esteras,
Miami Herald,
12 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Lebuhn, with last week’s filing, was charged in a criminal information — as opposed to a grand jury indictment — which is typically an indication that a defendant plans to plead guilty.—
Tess Kenny,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Mar. 2026
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Everyone is friendly and happy to provide information about the property and the surrounding area of Tulum.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Mar. 2026
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The report outlined recommendations for maintaining the momentum.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
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The contract was approved on June 18, 2024, after the recommendation of Mayor Daniella Levine Cava.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
10 Mar. 2026
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At that time of the 2023 announcement, Atom Power had 82 employees.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
11 Mar. 2026
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The public announcement did not provide details on what officials would be specifically looking for in the reviews or what types of content would be deemed disqualifying.—
BrieAnna J. Frank,
USA Today,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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In a news conference earlier this week, Yormark said the league was receiving feedback about the court from players and coaches, adding that referees had complimented it.—
PJ Green,
Kansas City Star,
13 Mar. 2026
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The Active Transportation Commission will provide feedback on four ongoing projects related to Fruitridge Road, one of Sacramento’s most dangerous thoroughfares; Arden Way and Auburn Boulevard; Stockton Boulevard, including bus routes along the roadway; and bike lanes on T Street.—
Madison Smalstig,
Sacbee.com,
12 Mar. 2026
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Shvo has previously swatted away suggestions that his relationship with BVK was strained or that the pension fund was looking to replace him.—
Kim Velsey,
Curbed,
9 Mar. 2026
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What rubs us the wrong way is the suggestion that this proposal is purely about sustainability.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
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MyTSA mobile app and TSA website info up to date?—
Michelle Del Rey,
USA Today,
9 Mar. 2026
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The company doesn't provide a contrast ratio, nor indeed much info about the Studio Display's screen (except a 600-nit brightness rating).—
Tony Hoffman,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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Lawyers for two of the suspects have denied any wrongdoing, while legal counsel for the other three have yet to comment on the case publicly.—
Eléonore Hughes,
Los Angeles Times,
9 Mar. 2026
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The effort involved the county’s IT department, county counsel’s office and the Board of Supervisors, with help from state agencies and private partners.—
Daniel Lempres,
Sacbee.com,
8 Mar. 2026
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“Advice.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advice. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.
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