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as in warning
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 suggesting
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 consulting
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 informing
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 alerting
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 advising
Since leaving the Senate in 2021, Gardner has remained active in public policy and industry advocacy, advising organizations across sectors including clean energy, healthcare and aerospace.
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Todd Spangler, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
What to Know On Tuesday afternoon, the NWS office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, issued a beach hazards statement for more than 100 miles of lakeshore along Michigan's western coast, advising people to stay out of the water and off of piers.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
The reading, from the Book of Luke, describes a sabbath banquet at which Jesus shares a parable advising guests to express humility by not claiming the best seats at such events.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
Rogin built and sold a successful wealth management firm after more than 25 years advising clients.
—Joyce Marter, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provided advice for swimmers concerned about shark attacks, which includes staying in groups, advising people not to swim too far from shore and using extra caution in murky waters.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Accuracy in Media, a conservative organization, released a video appearing to show a Reading Schools counselor advising parents to not disclose their child's trans identity to circumvent state laws.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
Bain Capital is looking to offload its holding in Canada Goose, the people said, with Goldman Sachs advising on the sale.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2025
Michèle Flournoy has spent much of her career advising presidents and CEOs.
—Ellie Austin, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Todd Spangler, Variety, 2 Sep. 2025
What to Know On Tuesday afternoon, the NWS office in Grand Rapids, Michigan, issued a beach hazards statement for more than 100 miles of lakeshore along Michigan's western coast, advising people to stay out of the water and off of piers.
—Anna Skinner, MSNBC Newsweek, 2 Sep. 2025
The reading, from the Book of Luke, describes a sabbath banquet at which Jesus shares a parable advising guests to express humility by not claiming the best seats at such events.
—Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2025
Rogin built and sold a successful wealth management firm after more than 25 years advising clients.
—Joyce Marter, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2025
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission provided advice for swimmers concerned about shark attacks, which includes staying in groups, advising people not to swim too far from shore and using extra caution in murky waters.
—Adam Sabes, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025
Accuracy in Media, a conservative organization, released a video appearing to show a Reading Schools counselor advising parents to not disclose their child's trans identity to circumvent state laws.
—Bebe Hodges, The Enquirer, 29 Aug. 2025
Bain Capital is looking to offload its holding in Canada Goose, the people said, with Goldman Sachs advising on the sale.
—Anniek Bao, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2025
Michèle Flournoy has spent much of her career advising presidents and CEOs.
—Ellie Austin, Fortune, 26 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advising
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The White House has defended the unprecedented move, at least in part, by warning about the very real national security threat posed by our reliance on the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, which produces the lion’s share of the planet’s chipmaking.—
Tiana Lowe Doescher,
The Washington Examiner,
5 Sep. 2025
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Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase and a longtime deficit hawk, has been warning of a potential bond crisis for some time.—
Diane Brady,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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Critics question the plan, suggesting the historic building be incorporated into a more substantial development.—
Matthew Glowicki,
The Courier-Journal,
3 Sep. 2025
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Reports surfaced this week suggesting that Chelsea Clinton may be considering a run for Congress in New York's 12th District, where longtime Democratic Representative Jerry Nadler has announced his retirement.—
Theo Burman,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 Sep. 2025
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A little over a decade ago, the company brought the Ovadia Brothers on board as consulting creative directors.—
Jean E. Palmieri,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
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Created by Buffy alum and Cabin in the Woods director Drew Goddard, ABC's crime drama stars Kaitlin Olson as an eccentric (and fashionable) janitor with a genius-level IQ who stumbles into a consulting role with the Los Angeles Police Department.—
Randall Colburn,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Sep. 2025
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These measurements are fundamental to understanding how greenhouse gas emissions relate to rising temperatures, simultaneously contributing to scientific research and informing policymakers of compliance with environmental regulations.—
Stephen Clark,
ArsTechnica,
6 Sep. 2025
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The residents of Leith, North Dakota, did this by creating a website informing people about what was happening in their community.—
Paul J. Becker,
The Conversation,
5 Sep. 2025
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Nolan also praised Keighley for alerting filmmakers and major studios to the existential threat faced by the traditional film medium in the face of digital production.—
Etan Vlessing,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Sep. 2025
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Burton, who plays Jason Morgan on General Hospital, had previously posted a warning on social media to his followers, alerting them to the dangers of similar scams.—
Liam Quinn,
People.com,
29 Aug. 2025
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Clere’s involvement with the legislation came after the Indiana State Teachers Association brought it to him around the same time his wife was injured while teaching at Clarksville High School.—
IndyStar,
IndyStar,
3 Sep. 2025
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That's precisely what makes teaching so uniquely important in the age of AI.—
Josh Hammer,
MSNBC Newsweek,
2 Sep. 2025
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Piridzhanyan agreed, recommending that parents rotate through the five food groups throughout the week, packing different fruits, vegetables, grains, proteins and dairy.—
Kate Sequeira,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
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The Food and Drug Administration in August set tighter guidelines on who can receive the latest COVID-19 vaccines, recommending the shots to only people over 65 or those with existing health problems.—
Joey Garrison,
USA Today,
6 Sep. 2025
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As per the order, Bubba is prohibited from promoting the movie and discussing it on his program.—
Madeleine Marr,
Miami Herald,
5 Sep. 2025
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Congressional leaders have been discussing how to fund the government after October 1.—
Amelia Wu,
Sacbee.com,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Advising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advising. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.
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