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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3
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
When there was labor unrest, the coal town churches tended to side with the companies, advising miners against strikes or agitation.
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The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025
The University of Southern California (USC) has issued a warning to faculty and staff holding H‑1B work visas, advising them to postpone international travel until further guidance is available amid the White House immigration crackdown, according to , a student newspaper.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Much of his day is spent advising clients from Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Before joining Vestiaire, Osta spent time advising businesses strategically as an investment banker for 15 years at Lazard (2006 to 2011) and Goldman Sachs (2011 to 2021) in New York and Paris.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
The post garnered hundreds of comments, with the majority of people advising the woman to go ahead with signing on the apartment.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Discord is advising users to watch for suspicious messages or communications and to contact its customer service agents for any additional questions or support regarding the incident.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 5 Oct. 2025
Goldman will receive huge fees for advising EA in the take-private deal — a boon to its investment banking revenue.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
McGowan, who left MLS to launch a consulting firm, is still advising the league in various capacities.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025
The University of Southern California (USC) has issued a warning to faculty and staff holding H‑1B work visas, advising them to postpone international travel until further guidance is available amid the White House immigration crackdown, according to , a student newspaper.
—Billal Rahman, MSNBC Newsweek, 6 Oct. 2025
Much of his day is spent advising clients from Latin America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
—Jason Phillips, USA Today, 6 Oct. 2025
Before joining Vestiaire, Osta spent time advising businesses strategically as an investment banker for 15 years at Lazard (2006 to 2011) and Goldman Sachs (2011 to 2021) in New York and Paris.
—Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2025
The post garnered hundreds of comments, with the majority of people advising the woman to go ahead with signing on the apartment.
—Latoya Gayle, PEOPLE, 5 Oct. 2025
Discord is advising users to watch for suspicious messages or communications and to contact its customer service agents for any additional questions or support regarding the incident.
—Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 5 Oct. 2025
Goldman will receive huge fees for advising EA in the take-private deal — a boon to its investment banking revenue.
—Morgan Chittum, CNBC, 30 Sep. 2025
McGowan, who left MLS to launch a consulting firm, is still advising the league in various capacities.
—Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 30 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advising
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Nessel spoke about the work of her office’s Hate Crimes Unit, warning that Michigan reported about 620 hate crimes in 2024 — more than 50 incidents a month.—
Nour Rahal,
Freep.com,
4 Oct. 2025
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Carney won an election in April with a strident message for Canadians, warning that theirrelationship with America would change dramatically in the coming years.—
Paula Newton,
CNN Money,
3 Oct. 2025
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These rare steroids were linked to ancient sponges, but the findings sparked debate, with some suggesting alternative origins, including non-biological processes.—
Maria Azzurra Volpe,
MSNBC Newsweek,
1 Oct. 2025
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Trump has fueled additional uncertainty by suggesting that his administration could use the shutdown to impose permanent cuts to the federal workforce and social programs.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
1 Oct. 2025
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The new recommendations mean people ages 6 months and older can get Covid-19 vaccines after consulting with a qualified health care provider, which keeps the shots available but may also create more barriers to access than in past years.—
Brenda Goodman,
CNN Money,
6 Oct. 2025
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The consulting firm Source echoed what the researchers were seeing in a trend report published in mid-September.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Oct. 2025
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But after winning just six games the next two seasons, AD Mike Garrett left a message on the coach’s answering machine informing him he was fired.—
Stewart Mandel,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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Stewart opened by informing the audience that there have been six mass shootings in the past 24 hours.—
Jack Dunn,
Variety,
30 Sep. 2025
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The agency also issued a letter alerting physicians nationwide.—
Rick Sobey,
Boston Herald,
26 Sep. 2025
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Word of Starbucks cafe closures is rippling across Southern California, with social media posts and letters in café doorways alerting customers that their coffee stop is soon to be no more.—
Samantha Gowen,
Oc Register,
26 Sep. 2025
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Other experts will focus on topics like using hip-hop to promote social-emotional learning in classrooms, harnessing hip-hop’s emphasis on play through experimentation and bold expression, teaching dance techniques and using hip-hop for community building.—
Liz Rothaus Bertrand,
Charlotte Observer,
7 Oct. 2025
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The bill faced opposition from groups at all levels of the education system, including teachers, administrators and school boards, who raised concerns the legislation would contribute to a chilling effect with regard to teaching about Israel and Palestine.—
Kate Wolffe
October 7,
Sacbee.com,
7 Oct. 2025
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The police don’t seem to know whether to go with what the stewards are recommending or what their bosses have set out.—
James Pearce,
New York Times,
2 Oct. 2025
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As part of his plea agreement, prosecutors are recommending that Hern serve 15 months in prison.—
Quinlan Bentley,
Cincinnati Enquirer,
2 Oct. 2025
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Ballerini also fielded questions from patients, discussing preferred superpowers and her favorite fast food.—
Beth Warren,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
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After the passage of a new state law, Louisville officials are discussing where freestanding birthing centers could open in the city.—
Ray Padilla,
Louisville Courier Journal,
3 Oct. 2025
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“Advising.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advising. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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