1
as in to confer
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
will consult with several experts on the disease before deciding which course of treatment to pursue
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2
as in to use
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
I often consult the dictionary when I am uncertain of a word's exact meaning
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as in consultation
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
it was time for a change of do, which called for a consult with her hairdresser
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Recent Examples of consult
Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2026
Always consult with your healthcare provider before introducing any supplement to your routine.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 5 Mar. 2026
Bob O'Donnell, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
But the Westbridge patients have been pouring in — all of their ORs are closed now, too — and surgical consults are hard to come by.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2026
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Verb
The producers did not consult with Hannah or the Kennedy family about their representations onscreen.
—Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 6 Mar. 2026
Always consult with your healthcare provider before introducing any supplement to your routine.
—Lauren Manaker, SELF, 5 Mar. 2026
Noun
As an industry analyst, author Bob O’Donnell works and consults with a wide range of tech companies, including T-Mobile.
—Bob O'Donnell, USA Today, 11 Feb. 2026
But the Westbridge patients have been pouring in — all of their ORs are closed now, too — and surgical consults are hard to come by.
—Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consult
Verb
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Because of this, healthy aging isn’t something natural selection can select for—not enough animals live long enough for healthy aging traits to confer an advantage to their species’ survival.—
Mallory Locklear,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
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Trump did not confer with most of our allies, and barely alerted Congress, let alone sought their approval.—
Hanna Rosin,
The Atlantic,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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When Carolyn finally walked through the doors at the back of the chapel and down the aisle, Reverend O’Byrne had to lead the pair through their vows using a flashlight.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
7 Mar. 2026
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DiBlasi said that using AI in social interactions stunts emotional growth and can perpetuate feelings of loneliness and isolation.—
Asuka Koda,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The policy mandates consultation with the city’s Office of Police Oversight during production of materials for public release.—
Austin Sanders,
Austin American Statesman,
5 Mar. 2026
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And her husband, sitting by her side at every consultation.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Asia-Pacific markets traded higher overnight, buoyed by a softening in global oil prices on Tuesday as the G7 met to discuss the possible use of emergency crude reserves to ease the supply crunch.—
Holly Ellyatt,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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In the event of a tornado watch, the NWS recommends folks review and discuss emergency plans, take inventory of supplies and check their safe room.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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May 21 – June 20 Certain discussions could unlock a smoother day.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
8 Mar. 2026
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In rate hearing proceedings, agency staff sought to block discussion of State Farm’s claims handling in relation to its quest for premium hikes.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Mar. 2026
Verb
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He's seen all the computer models, he's talked to all the experts, he's seen the footage coming out of Oklahoma.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
10 Mar. 2026
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Dobbins is a delight to watch and even more fun to talk to.—
Sean Keeler,
Denver Post,
10 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The debate was framed by a series of incidents in recent years in which the local Police Department was accused of profiling Black people.—
Hannah Fry,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
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The size of the divide appeared significant during Thursday's debate.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Mar. 2026
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“Consult.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consult. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
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