consulting 1 of 2

present participle of consult
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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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consulting

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adjective

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of consulting
Verb
This conundrum is true of most consulting, of course. Lee Gimpel, Forbes, 10 Sep. 2021 Harrison will continue in a consulting role as Mraz learns the position. Domenica Bongiovanni, The Indianapolis Star, 16 July 2021 The 49-year-old Lore will continue to serve in a consulting role as a strategic adviser through September. Dave Campbell, ajc, 13 May 2021 Lore notified Walmart on Jan. 31 of his intent to leave the company and will continue to serve in a consulting role as a strategic adviser through September. Dave Campbell, ajc, 11 Apr. 2021 See All Example Sentences for consulting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consulting
Verb
  • The Librarian makes the annual selections after conferring with the members of the National Film Preservation Board and a cadre of Library specialists.
    Paul Grein, Billboard, 18 Dec. 2024
  • In 1908, the university began conferring honorary degrees as part of the ceremony.
    Ashley Hume, Fox News, 23 Nov. 2024
Verb
  • Related to both is a program of using challenges to solve real-world complex problems.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • And in many cases, that will entail using AI to augment their roles.
    Roger Trapp, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
Adjective
  • Additional investors include Fred Moll, the cofounder of Intuitive Surgical and pioneer of robotic surgery, who has joined the company’s strategic advisory board.
    Alex Knapp, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
  • An important advisory committee to the federal government has voted this week to withdraw its support for flu shots containing the preservative thimerosal.
    Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 27 June 2025
Verb
  • But make no mistake, retaining Gordon beyond this season is a priority for the Bears front office and something Poles and his staff are discussing.
    Dan Wiederer, Chicago Tribune, 14 Mar. 2025
  • The pair are close, frequently discussing their respective seasons — Whitworth is on loan in League One with Exeter City — and supporting each other.
    Matt Woosnam, The Athletic, 14 Mar. 2025
Adjective
  • This approach transforms engagement from a transactional interaction to a consultative partnership.
    Alisha Lyndon, Forbes.com, 20 June 2025
  • In particular, a consultative body, or troika, composed of representatives from the past, current, and next year’s G-7 hosts should set G-7 meeting agendas, replacing today’s informal system.
    VICTOR CHA, Foreign Affairs, 11 June 2025
Verb
  • Create Polls and Ask Questions Polls get people talking, and LinkedIn’s algorithm rewards it.
    William Arruda, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025
  • Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more!
    Leonard David, Space.com, 3 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • That said, Crocs’ management is utilizing its strong profit margins to repurchase shares and reduce debt, having repaid $248 million in debt and spent $326 million on buybacks in 2024 so far, enhancing shareholder value.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 24 Dec. 2024
  • By utilizing customer data, such as browsing and purchase history, gaming marketplaces will be able to deliver personalized recommendations that resonate with customers while driving purchases.
    Bartosz Skwarczek, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024

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“Consulting.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consulting. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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