as in discussion
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
holding frequent consultations with his lawyer to discuss the case
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Recent Examples of consultation
The film features cinematography by Leung Ming Kai, costume design by Elaine Ng, and editing consultation by Walter Fasano.
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Some attorneys are willing to offer a brief consultation or connect with employers to discuss alternatives for no charge.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025
In instances of severe infestation, insecticides or professional consultations are also recommended.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Early in the project, the federal agency handling the building -- the National Park Service is leading the ballroom project -- begins sharing concepts of the building, including about 10% of the design drawings, for a collaborative consultation process, according to Bryant.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
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Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025
Some attorneys are willing to offer a brief consultation or connect with employers to discuss alternatives for no charge.
—Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 23 Oct. 2025
In instances of severe infestation, insecticides or professional consultations are also recommended.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2025
Early in the project, the federal agency handling the building -- the National Park Service is leading the ballroom project -- begins sharing concepts of the building, including about 10% of the design drawings, for a collaborative consultation process, according to Bryant.
—Peter Charalambous, ABC News, 23 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consultation
Noun
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The eyeball test says BYU and Cincinnati are legit good, and Texas Tech belongs in that same discussion.—
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
25 Oct. 2025
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And this model of access, dependent on negotiation and renegotiation and repeated discussions about individual items, is neither sustainable nor capable of delivering aid at the scale that is needed.—
Anna Halford,
Time,
25 Oct. 2025
Noun
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Dental consult or mock-up session (if planned).—
Wyles Daniel,
USA Today,
22 Oct. 2025
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Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse,
The Conversation,
21 Oct. 2025
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The potential use of AI in esports — or competitive gaming — has sparked debate, however.—
Lucy Handley,
CNBC,
1 Nov. 2025
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Now, Bryan’s latest song has stirred debate over how far immigration enforcement should go and who gets caught in its reach, and whether their hometown country star crossed a line by wading into politics.—
Tyler Kingkade,
NBC news,
31 Oct. 2025
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The two companies remain in talks, although neither company indicated when customers can expect programming to resume.—
Liam Reilly,
CNN Money,
31 Oct. 2025
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Both countries blamed the other for the talks falling apart.—
Landon Mion,
FOXNews.com,
30 Oct. 2025
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Around this time, Backmann, also PCC executive director, contacted Army CID to discuss arranging a meeting with the Grogan family.—
Robert Alexander,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Oct. 2025
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The Daily Dividend With the ongoing government shutdown, a Federal Reserve meeting and a barrage of earnings reports, you were bound to miss some headlines this week.—
Alex Harring,
CNBC,
31 Oct. 2025
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McDaniel’s job status has been a constant topic of conversation this season, and although the team looked competent on Thursday, the results weren’t there, and patience from fans appears to be at a low point.—
The Athletic NFL Staff,
New York Times,
31 Oct. 2025
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The conversation seems to have marked a shift in the right’s attitudes about Fuentes.—
Ali Breland,
The Atlantic,
31 Oct. 2025
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Boise State fell to 6-3 overall and 4-1 in conference play, losing its grip on the regular-season title race.—
Shaun Goodwin,
Idaho Statesman,
2 Nov. 2025
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The teams meet again in Pullman in Week 14, when Wazzu will try to split the conference title.—
Alex Kirshner,
New York Times,
2 Nov. 2025
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“Consultation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consultation. Accessed 6 Nov. 2025.
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