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
The state agency is advising one right lane is still closed.
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Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 16 June 2026
From June 6 to Monday, Newport Beach lifeguards conducted 12,104 preventive actions — such as advising people to avoid certain activities and moving them out of hazardous situations — and 516 rescues, according to Adam Yacenda, lifeguard battalion chief for the city’s Fire Department.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Crime Stoppers is advising the public not to attempt to apprehend any suspects, as they are considered armed and dangerous.
—Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 15 June 2026
For this year’s Wimbledon, players advocated for total prize money of $95 million, Jevans said, citing her recent talks in Paris with Larry Scott, the former WTA CEO who has been advising the players.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
So the new Dietary Guidelines released in January have scrapped the previous recommendations with quantitative limits on drinking in favor of just advising that people drink less.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 12 June 2026
For the past decade-plus, Willie focused on advising collectors interested in Southeast Asian art.
—Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
In an email advising Simon ticketholders how to avoid traffic backups near The Shell on Tuesday, the symphony recommended reserving parking in advance at the IQHQ/RaDD (Research and Development District) garage and then walking about 15 minutes to the concert venue.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Her responsibilities include advising institutional and individual investors on acquisition strategy, structuring commercial and residential assets, and serving clients across price points ranging from entry-level properties to ultra-luxury homes.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Caroline Silva, AJC.com, 16 June 2026
From June 6 to Monday, Newport Beach lifeguards conducted 12,104 preventive actions — such as advising people to avoid certain activities and moving them out of hazardous situations — and 516 rescues, according to Adam Yacenda, lifeguard battalion chief for the city’s Fire Department.
—Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 15 June 2026
Crime Stoppers is advising the public not to attempt to apprehend any suspects, as they are considered armed and dangerous.
—Jeramie Bizzle, CBS News, 15 June 2026
For this year’s Wimbledon, players advocated for total prize money of $95 million, Jevans said, citing her recent talks in Paris with Larry Scott, the former WTA CEO who has been advising the players.
—Adam Zagoria, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
So the new Dietary Guidelines released in January have scrapped the previous recommendations with quantitative limits on drinking in favor of just advising that people drink less.
—Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 12 June 2026
For the past decade-plus, Willie focused on advising collectors interested in Southeast Asian art.
—Leigh Anne Miller, ARTnews.com, 10 June 2026
In an email advising Simon ticketholders how to avoid traffic backups near The Shell on Tuesday, the symphony recommended reserving parking in advance at the IQHQ/RaDD (Research and Development District) garage and then walking about 15 minutes to the concert venue.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 June 2026
Her responsibilities include advising institutional and individual investors on acquisition strategy, structuring commercial and residential assets, and serving clients across price points ranging from entry-level properties to ultra-luxury homes.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 9 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advising
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Fans attending World Cup matches at Miami Stadium are warning others to arrive hours early after long lines and transportation delays caused some to miss major moments of a recent game.—
Abby Dodge,
CBS News,
17 June 2026
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The British military also confirmed that the Russian warship fired warning shots following attempts to contact the British vessel.—
Jamie Dorrington,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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This revelation sparks questions about a potential double standard by MLB, suggesting a stricter enforcement of uniform policies now that the issue has garnered national attention, compared to Kershaw's similar past actions.—
Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
21 June 2026
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The 2024 study, published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine, is among a growing amount of human and animal research suggesting plastics pose health hazards that only now are coming into focus.—
Michael Hawthorne,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
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Some had clashed with Trump over not consulting them before going to war.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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Trump has clashed with European leaders over not consulting them before going to war in Iran.—
Jon Gambrell,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2026
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Kochs also lauded that the residency signals a shift in guest behavior that is informing how Claridge’s — and parent group Maybourne — think about wellness as a business.—
Tianwei Zhang,
Footwear News,
17 June 2026
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The Greenlandic government scrambled to reassure locals, informing them that Danish and other European troops would now be a permanent fixture on the island.—
Ben Taub,
New Yorker,
15 June 2026
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Illinois state and local law enforcement are prohibited from alerting, let alone assisting, immigration agents seeking to detain someone unless a judge has issued an arrest warrant for the subject.—
Laura Rodríguez Presa,
Chicago Tribune,
19 June 2026
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The four entry sensors can be placed anywhere around your home, such as your windows and doors, alerting you to any potential threats.—
George Yang,
PC Magazine,
16 June 2026
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Today, Buffalo Soldiers motorcycle groups nationwide focus on teaching Black military history, using their motorcycles to represent the cavalry.—
Camila Pedrosa,
Sacbee.com,
20 June 2026
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For the first time in history, humanity is not merely teaching machines our language.—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
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Some commentators are recommending that people take their benefits as soon as possible because of the shortfall.—
Bob Carlson,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
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A smoke advisory also was in effect for a broad area of East Los Angeles, with officials recommending that residents reduce outdoor exertion and that sensitive individuals stay inside.—
Sydney Barragan,
Daily News,
18 June 2026
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Florida has passed legislation restricting schools from discussing topics related to race and gender, books have been banned that mention race and sexuality.—
Raisa Habersham,
Miami Herald,
19 June 2026
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Philpot took a trip down memory lane while discussing past seasons of the show, recalling the alternating love-hate relationship between Jean Smart’s Deborah Vance and Hannah Einbinder’s Ava Daniels.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
19 June 2026
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“Advising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advising. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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