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as in conferring
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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as in using
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 consulting
Phil Wahba, Fortune, 1 Mar. 2022
This conundrum is true of most consulting, of course.
—Lee Gimpel, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2021
Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
The consulting firm Stantec is doing a comprehensive operations analysis for rail-bus integration that involves using the BetterFleet software on an ongoing basis.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Hobart spent four years in a consulting role at PepsiCo, working across divisions and learning the crucial art of brand-building and business analysis.
—Phil Wahba, Fortune, 1 Mar. 2022
This conundrum is true of most consulting, of course.
—Lee Gimpel, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2021
Verb
John Morton is officially back in a consulting role with Denver, after serving as Payton’s passing-game coordinator from 2023 to 2024 before taking a job with the Detroit Lions (and then fired recently).
—Luca Evans, Denver Post, 19 Jan. 2026
The consulting firm Stantec is doing a comprehensive operations analysis for rail-bus integration that involves using the BetterFleet software on an ongoing basis.
—Steve Banker, Forbes.com, 18 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consulting
Adjective
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Edison athletic director Rich Boyce is on the basketball coaches advisory committee.—
Steve Fryer,
Oc Register,
16 Jan. 2026
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That will mean meetings with investors, and both sides trying to sway the influential shareholder advisory firms like Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) and Glass-Lewis (though notably ISS’ recommendation failed to make a dent in the Disney fight).—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
15 Jan. 2026
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The neighborhood/area Mount Etna’s dark mass looms over Zash and the surrounding area, conferring special energy and fertile soil where olive groves, fruit trees, and more exotic cacti and banana trees vie for space.—
Rosalyn Wikeley,
Condé Nast Traveler,
10 Jan. 2026
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Sitting with Cucinelli is like conferring with a living history book.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
8 Jan. 2026
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On her birthday, Kate released the last of her Mother Nature videos on social media, using the platform to promote her message of being outside among wildlife and open spaces as a key to her wellbeing and recovery from her cancer treatment.—
Simon Perry,
PEOPLE,
14 Jan. 2026
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If dealing with persistent scum, create a paste using vinegar and baking soda, apply it, and leave it for 20 minutes before wiping it clean.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 Jan. 2026
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The audio, obtained by TMZ, includes Moore's wife Kelli discussing Moore's condition with police operators after Moore was fired from his position in December.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
10 Jan. 2026
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Hunt was just as optimistic as his coach when discussing the prospects of playing his first game since September, too.—
Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
10 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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The actuary performs a variety of analytical and consultative tasks for the California Department of Insurance, along with providing support on special projects.—
Sacbee.com,
Sacbee.com,
9 Jan. 2026
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According to Barber, the company’s online design tool, templates, and consultative approach help meet those expectations.—
Nia Bowers,
USA Today,
22 Dec. 2025
Verb
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Frankly, talking cost per use, the nail care hack pays for itself.—
Kyra Surgent,
InStyle,
10 Jan. 2026
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Seconds before the shooting, Good and her wife are seen talking to Ross.—
Allison Gordon,
CNN Money,
10 Jan. 2026
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Plaut aims to simplify the flying experience by utilizing software that mirrors a car rather than a traditional airplane.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
10 Jan. 2026
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One City Church in Littleton, has been utilizing Gloo for about a year now, and the pastor says it's helped them in many ways.—
Ashley Portillo,
CBS News,
9 Jan. 2026
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“Consulting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consulting. Accessed 22 Jan. 2026.
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