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as in warns
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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as in suggests
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 consults
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 informs
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 alerts
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 advises
Kara Alaimo is a professor of communication at Fairleigh Dickinson University and advises parents, students and teachers on how to manage screen time.
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Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The white mailbox out front advises that deliveries should go to the house next door.
—Idaho Statesman, 28 Apr. 2026
Designer Christopher Boutlier advises clients to approach a garden project by first assessing the home’s architecture.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
The American College of Physicians just released new guidance that advises women to get mammography screenings every two years starting at age 50.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
However, in the pursuit of success, incoming Apple CEO John Ternus advises young professionals that putting in 100% effort matters most.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026
The board, Lofgren noted in a statement, is apolitical and advises the president on the future of NSF.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The notice advises residents to avoid using tap water to drink, cook, wash hands or dishes, bathe or other household uses.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2026
After stocking up on your ground beef, store it in the refrigerator at 40° F or below and aim to use it within 2 days, the USDA advises.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Kara Alaimo, CNN Money, 28 Apr. 2026
The white mailbox out front advises that deliveries should go to the house next door.
—Idaho Statesman, 28 Apr. 2026
Designer Christopher Boutlier advises clients to approach a garden project by first assessing the home’s architecture.
—Kelly Dawson, Architectural Digest, 28 Apr. 2026
The American College of Physicians just released new guidance that advises women to get mammography screenings every two years starting at age 50.
—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 28 Apr. 2026
However, in the pursuit of success, incoming Apple CEO John Ternus advises young professionals that putting in 100% effort matters most.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2026
The board, Lofgren noted in a statement, is apolitical and advises the president on the future of NSF.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2026
The notice advises residents to avoid using tap water to drink, cook, wash hands or dishes, bathe or other household uses.
—Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 26 Apr. 2026
After stocking up on your ground beef, store it in the refrigerator at 40° F or below and aim to use it within 2 days, the USDA advises.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advises
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Continue reading … FLAME GAME — Think twice before putting one common fish on the grill, expert warns.—
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FOXNews.com,
7 May 2026
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In the document, though, the municipality warns that additional rules could be added at any point and that the rules are subject to change.—
Ben Smith,
semafor.com,
7 May 2026
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De la Sanch, an assistant professor of environmental science and studies at DePaul University, suggests the reemergence and spread of novel viruses like hantaviruses may be due to climate change, deforestation and urbanization.—
Allison Kiehl,
Chicago Tribune,
9 May 2026
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Prosecutors also said the evidence suggests the gun wasn't in his hands, but in a flimsy holder under his belt.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 May 2026
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One of the people who was the most engaged, personable, and helpful was the rock climbing guide (who consults for the hotel), who spent several hours with families on the vertical wall.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 May 2026
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In practice, the CRTC routinely consults stakeholders on policy matters although the adequacy and meaningfulness of efforts to consult the general public is often contested by scholars and civil society practitioners.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
27 Apr. 2026
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As a major destination for outdoor parties ranging from pop-up shops for local vendors to off-season wedding celebrations, the team informs guests of any events on the agenda before booking, so each stay is suitable to visitor preferences.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 May 2026
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Ahead, Quintrell walks IndieWire through how the series tweaks, alters, and informs new perspective for everyone from Charlotte Lucas to Caroline Bingley and, of course, Mary Bennet herself.—
Kate Erbland,
IndieWire,
7 May 2026
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The young science aficionado decided to develop EYEVA, a device that looks like a visor and alerts the wearer when their eye begins to wander.—
Toria Sheffield,
PEOPLE,
26 Apr. 2026
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Pronto and Snabbit have an SOS button within the app that alerts area supervisors in case of emergency.—
Chas Newkey-Burden,
TheWeek,
20 Apr. 2026
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My faith teaches me to love my neighbor as myself.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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That, says Knobel, who now teaches a class on TV’s biggest innovators, is just one example of why Turner was the biggest of them all — huge steps ahead of anyone else in his understanding of how news needed to be delivered.—
Jocelyn Noveck,
Fortune,
6 May 2026
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Speight recommends removing piles of brush around your home's foundation and keeping grass cut low.—
Samantha Johnson,
Martha Stewart,
9 May 2026
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Sorrel Lastly, Craig recommends sorrel as an easy-to-grow perennial vegetable.—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
9 May 2026
Verb
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This article discusses suicide and suicidal ideation.—
Natalie Neysa Alund,
USA Today,
6 May 2026
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This story discusses suicide and mental health.—
Tina Eves,
SPIN,
4 May 2026
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“Advises.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advises. Accessed 11 May. 2026.
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