1
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
Authorities are advising parents to go to hospitals whenever someone is suspected to have measles.
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ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
The Bar emphasizes that safeguarding client confidentiality is critical when using AI, advising attorneys to thoroughly vet technology providers and disclose the use of AI to clients when appropriate.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Authorities also warned that smoke and ash may impact air quality in the area, advising residents — especially children and seniors — to remain indoors and avoid the area if possible.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
In 2024, after advising Altman on his effort to reclaim the CEO seat following the board’s surprise ouster, Lehane joined OpenAI full-time to run global affairs.
—Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 7 Apr. 2026
In July 2014, the court sent a letter advising that the removal order was approved in absentia.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
Eaton is a partner with the San Diego law firm of Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek where his practice focuses on defending and advising employers.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
My first instinct after leaving was to pack my calendar with things that felt familiar—networking coffees, mentoring conversations, advising.
—Geoff Curtis, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
Applicants must also complete a Small Business Development Center onboarding and advising session and demonstrate a business concept with clear future milestones.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
ABC News, 7 Apr. 2026
The Bar emphasizes that safeguarding client confidentiality is critical when using AI, advising attorneys to thoroughly vet technology providers and disclose the use of AI to clients when appropriate.
—Zachary Bynum, CBS News, 7 Apr. 2026
Authorities also warned that smoke and ash may impact air quality in the area, advising residents — especially children and seniors — to remain indoors and avoid the area if possible.
—Michael Dorgan, FOXNews.com, 7 Apr. 2026
In 2024, after advising Altman on his effort to reclaim the CEO seat following the board’s surprise ouster, Lehane joined OpenAI full-time to run global affairs.
—Julia Black, Vanity Fair, 7 Apr. 2026
In July 2014, the court sent a letter advising that the removal order was approved in absentia.
—Andy Rose, CNN Money, 6 Apr. 2026
Eaton is a partner with the San Diego law firm of Seltzer Caplan McMahon Vitek where his practice focuses on defending and advising employers.
—Dan Eaton, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Apr. 2026
My first instinct after leaving was to pack my calendar with things that felt familiar—networking coffees, mentoring conversations, advising.
—Geoff Curtis, Fortune, 6 Apr. 2026
Applicants must also complete a Small Business Development Center onboarding and advising session and demonstrate a business concept with clear future milestones.
—Claire Murphy, Chicago Tribune, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advising
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Prosecutors, defense make opening arguments Opening statements were then shared, with the prosecution warning jurors about potentially graphic content, including video and audio expected to last for about an hour.—
Amelia Mugavero,
CBS News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Others want a smaller package with more transparency and oversight, warning against tying Taiwan too closely to US expectations without clearer guarantees.—
Wayne Chang,
CNN Money,
7 Apr. 2026
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And that's certainly something the pope has suggesting himself, right?—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, Buffett struck a notably calm tone on broader markets, suggesting that recent volatility doesn't come close to the kind of dislocations that historically created compelling opportunities for Berkshire.—
Yun Li,
CNBC,
5 Apr. 2026
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Occasionally, Jacobs kept helpful notes, but the volunteers frequently spend days consulting each other, searching and even reaching out to artists to make sure the setlists are accurately documented.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
7 Apr. 2026
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Now that Sacramento County’s fiscal adviser has canceled the Sacramento City Unified School District board’s contract with a consulting firm, the district faces its budget crisis with fewer options and a ticking clock.—
Scott Lebar. Story produced with AI assistance,
Sacbee.com,
5 Apr. 2026
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Ngatikaura reportedly sold his divorce to TMZ before informing his children.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Apr. 2026
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The city is required to display signs informing the public about the cameras.—
Charlotte Observer,
Charlotte Observer,
6 Apr. 2026
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About the same time Bowen arrived at his uncle’s, Coral Springs Police Chief Brad Mock was alerting a police department major of city employees’ concerns that Metayer Bowen missed two meetings she was scheduled to attend that morning, according to a probable cause affidavit.—
Angie DiMichele,
Sun Sentinel,
3 Apr. 2026
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The watchstanders issued a broadcast alerting other boats in the area, and dispatched a 45-foot Coast Guard response boat and a Jayhawk helicopter.—
Kerry Breen,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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Her income dipped back to $192,000 in 2024 before rising again last year to $300,000, when Porter returned to teaching law at the University of California-Irvine.—
Ben Paviour,
Sacbee.com,
4 Apr. 2026
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By then, the photographers Aaron Siskind and Harry Callahan were teaching at the school, along with Hazel Larsen Archer, who had overlapped with Rauschenberg in 1949 and captured his love of movement and of grace in a photograph of her own.—
Hilton Als,
New Yorker,
4 Apr. 2026
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To celebrate, the Literary Hub staff will be recommending one great poem to read every (work) day of the month.—
Emily Temple,
Literary Hub,
3 Apr. 2026
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Instead, a message recommending all travelers arrive at the airport four hours before they were scheduled to board was posted on the website.—
Irene Wright,
USA Today,
3 Apr. 2026
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As of now, more than 40 countries brought together by the United Kingdom are discussing how to reopen the strait through diplomatic means after the war is over.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
3 Apr. 2026
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On April 14, the Tamalpais Union High School District will be discussing and potentially voting on a plan that would restrict cellphone usage on campus.—
Sooji Nam,
CBS News,
3 Apr. 2026
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“Advising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advising. Accessed 10 Apr. 2026.
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