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
Angela Andaloro, People.com, 17 June 2025
Investigators consulted a state police instructor about Nowak’s actions and what troopers have been trained.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2025
Laura Bradley, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
In today’s health care, before patients can even get their words out, they are already pointed to the door with a brand-new prescription in their hand—all within a 15-minute consult.
—Kevin Reutenauer, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2025
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Verb
Months later, the two consulted another pediatrician, who recommended an ultrasound.
—Angela Andaloro, People.com, 17 June 2025
Investigators consulted a state police instructor about Nowak’s actions and what troopers have been trained.
—Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 16 June 2025
Noun
Webber did a consult on her months ago and determined there was nothing to be done, but Chase — whose clinical study has a perfect track record so far — insists this is a skill issue.
—Laura Bradley, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2025
In today’s health care, before patients can even get their words out, they are already pointed to the door with a brand-new prescription in their hand—all within a 15-minute consult.
—Kevin Reutenauer, Hartford Courant, 23 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consult
Verb
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There are plenty of examples of how federal, state, and local governments have conferred, collaborated, and cooperated before or when a crisis strikes.—
Edward Segal,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2025
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Understanding its significance at once, Oppenheimer confers with Lawrence, who agrees that everyone who sees it will be thinking the same thing.—
Alec Nevala-Lee
June 11,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2025
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On Wednesday, police in Seattle used pepper spray to clear out protesters, and officers in Denver used smoke and pepper balls to control a crowd.—
Krysta Fauria,
Chicago Tribune,
13 June 2025
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Could breeze through the low-minors using just his fastball, but secondary stuff needs work to reach his potential, and focus on development of those pitches will likely slow down his development and lead to more mixed results in some outings.—
Jon Vankin,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Bowman said the city worked in consultation with Oregon Justice Resource Center, a civil rights law firm, to minimize harm.—
K. Rambo,
ProPublica,
11 June 2025
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Seen by many as a prelude to invoking the Insurrection Act, Trump’s order to put National Guard boots on the tense streets of LA came without any consultation with Newsom, the Governor has said repeatedly the past few days.—
Glenn Garner,
Deadline,
11 June 2025
Verb
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Never mind that the two teams had discussed a deal at the February trade deadline, or that their coach, Ime Udoka, had grown close with Durant during their time together in Brooklyn and was known to be a major advocate for a possible Durant move.—
Kelly Iko,
New York Times,
22 June 2025
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The courtroom was sealed as the parties discussed the matter, which had been considered resolved early in the week.—
Cheyenne Roundtree,
Rolling Stone,
22 June 2025
Noun
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As Rodgers settles in out in Pittsburgh, the veteran quarterback was recently asked about his past discussions with the Giants.—
Justin Grasso,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Complicating matters in the region are the U.S. and Iran’s efforts to resolve the stalemate in discussions regarding Iran’s nuclear program and, specifically, uranium enrichment.—
Washington Examiner Staff,
The Washington Examiner,
12 June 2025
Verb
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This means learning when to step back, when to feel and when to talk, as well as when to turn it off.—
Mark Travers,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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File photo: Donald Trump stops and talks to the media on the South Lawn at the White House on June 15, 2025 in Washington, D.C.—
Isabel van Brugen,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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Those and another 13 will be open on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday’s debate will air at 7 p.m. on ABC 10News.—
Lucas Robinson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 June 2025
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With Congress expected to slash federal aid soon, and with the latest state budget employing stopgap measures to comply with caps, that debate likely will resume soon.—
Keith M. Phaneuf,
Hartford Courant,
17 June 2025
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“Consult.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consult. Accessed 26 Jun. 2025.
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