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as in conferred
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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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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Recent Examples of consulted
Unemployment insurance experts consulted by The Post said Colorado’s notifications — or lack thereof — for overpayments are unusual and could be confusing for claimants.
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Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
After that, my father consulted with our mailman, who went to his truck and returned with a large cannister of mace.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Sources familiar with the situation, granted anonymity like all those consulted for this article to protect relationships, acknowledged there was consternation at the top at his behaviour and wondered whether Glasner’s position was becoming untenable.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 28 May 2026
The Betriebsrat must be consulted before dismissals, and mass layoffs require formal social plans negotiated with employee representatives.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Peeples said the National Weather Service has even occasionally consulted the data.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 25 May 2026
An InStyle editor consulted a hairstylist and color expert to see which hair colors are worth exploring this season, ranging from buttery blondes to expensive brunettes.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026
Vogue consulted with masterful artists such as Tasha Reiko Brown, Amy Komorowski, Emma Day, and Aika Danica Flores to get their tricks for achieving low-key, everyday makeup looks that are undetectable to even the most trained of eyes.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.
—Tim Chan, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Sam Tabachnik, Denver Post, 31 May 2026
After that, my father consulted with our mailman, who went to his truck and returned with a large cannister of mace.
—Peter Hessler, New Yorker, 31 May 2026
Sources familiar with the situation, granted anonymity like all those consulted for this article to protect relationships, acknowledged there was consternation at the top at his behaviour and wondered whether Glasner’s position was becoming untenable.
—Matt Woosnam, New York Times, 28 May 2026
The Betriebsrat must be consulted before dismissals, and mass layoffs require formal social plans negotiated with employee representatives.
—Alexander Puutio, Forbes.com, 27 May 2026
Peeples said the National Weather Service has even occasionally consulted the data.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 25 May 2026
An InStyle editor consulted a hairstylist and color expert to see which hair colors are worth exploring this season, ranging from buttery blondes to expensive brunettes.
—Amanda Le, InStyle, 24 May 2026
Vogue consulted with masterful artists such as Tasha Reiko Brown, Amy Komorowski, Emma Day, and Aika Danica Flores to get their tricks for achieving low-key, everyday makeup looks that are undetectable to even the most trained of eyes.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 22 May 2026
Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.
—Tim Chan, Footwear News, 22 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consulted
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Adams often conferred there with Samuel Adams or one of the other delegates, strolling under the trees, passing cannonballs piled up in preparation for a possible British attack.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
13 May 2026
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As Gage was warming up, Stammen and his coaches conferred.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
7 May 2026
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The Washington Nationals used Richard Lovelady, who blew Monday’s series opener, as an opener, followed by veteran Miles Mikolas for a bulk appearance, their most promising combination given their roster construction and arms available.—
Danielle Allentuck,
Washington Post,
3 June 2026
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Beyond the glass wall is a long wooden deck with a small dining table and a full-sized day bed (which can also be used for sleeping at night).—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
3 June 2026
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Blue Origin has not publicly discussed the cause of the New Glenn failure, but speculation has focused on a possible anomaly in one of the seven main BE-4 engines.—
Eric Berger,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
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Issues discussed by the candidates include cutting lags in hiring, reforms using technology or other means and reaching out to property owners with more educational events about how the office works.—
Steve Scauzillo,
Daily News,
3 June 2026
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In recent years, divorce rings have emerged as one of fine jewelry‘s most talked-about categories, transforming symbols of the past into pieces of personal reinvention.—
Lauren Fisher,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
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Instead, Mahan and his wealthy Silicon Valley backers talked themselves into a rushed and premature campaign that was never remotely competitive.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
3 June 2026
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The way in which the detection is utilized is what makes things troubling.—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2026
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There is some inaccurate information on how these cameras are being utilized.—
Mercury News Editorial Board,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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“Consulted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consulted. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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