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as in confers
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 uses
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 consultations
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 consults
Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The couple consults their town historian Joe, played by James Austin Johnson, about getting a historical landmark designation for Woodstone to prevent the planned demolition.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 May 2026
One of the people who was the most engaged, personable, and helpful was the rock climbing guide (who consults for the hotel), who spent several hours with families on the vertical wall.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
In practice, the CRTC routinely consults stakeholders on policy matters although the adequacy and meaningfulness of efforts to consult the general public is often contested by scholars and civil society practitioners.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Yet Silicon Valley consults the Catholic Church much more often than other religious institutions.
—Elias Wachtel, The Atlantic, 25 Apr. 2026
The company also consults on zero-waste practices for sets such as recyclable craft services items, and helps divert leftover craft services meals to Every Day Action, which distributes food to organizations in need.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Bumgarner confirmed there is no current partnership between the humane society and United Way, but that United Way frequently consults with organizations in distress.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
He was introduced to and began talking to Mary Chapman Semple, an expert on homelessness who is credited with Houston’s transformation and who now consults with numerous other cities.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
Laura Geller, CBS News, 1 June 2026
But since this efficiency exercise was first announced, the amount the state expects to save from the consults’ recommendations has been dramatically reduced.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Tirias Research tracks and consults for companies throughout the electronics ecosystem from semiconductors to systems and sensors to the cloud.
—Francis Sideco, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The next steps are psychological consults, a physical exam, uterine evaluation and blood work.
—Ann Marie Luft, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
And immigration attorney Amandeep Hayer said his Vancouver, British Columbia, area practice went from about 200 citizenship cases a year to more than 20 consults per day.
—Sarah Raza, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
And immigration attorney Amandeep Hayer said his Vancouver, British Columbia, area practice went from about 200 citizenship cases a year to more than 20 consults per day.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Many of the tribes TxDOT consults are in southwest-central and southeast Oklahoma, an acknowledgment of their Texas roots.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
Gingrich 360 consults with various companies in the health care industry that would be affected by health care transparency reforms.
—Bobby Jindal, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Verb
Forbes also consults news reports and salary databases such as Capology, Over the Cap and Spotrac.
—Brett Knight, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
The couple consults their town historian Joe, played by James Austin Johnson, about getting a historical landmark designation for Woodstone to prevent the planned demolition.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 21 May 2026
One of the people who was the most engaged, personable, and helpful was the rock climbing guide (who consults for the hotel), who spent several hours with families on the vertical wall.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 May 2026
In practice, the CRTC routinely consults stakeholders on policy matters although the adequacy and meaningfulness of efforts to consult the general public is often contested by scholars and civil society practitioners.
—Encyclopedia Britannica, 27 Apr. 2026
Yet Silicon Valley consults the Catholic Church much more often than other religious institutions.
—Elias Wachtel, The Atlantic, 25 Apr. 2026
The company also consults on zero-waste practices for sets such as recyclable craft services items, and helps divert leftover craft services meals to Every Day Action, which distributes food to organizations in need.
—Pat Saperstein, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Bumgarner confirmed there is no current partnership between the humane society and United Way, but that United Way frequently consults with organizations in distress.
—Amber Gaudet, Charlotte Observer, 12 Mar. 2026
He was introduced to and began talking to Mary Chapman Semple, an expert on homelessness who is credited with Houston’s transformation and who now consults with numerous other cities.
—Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 6 Feb. 2026
Noun
Talcove consults with the government on tracking illicit funds.
—Laura Geller, CBS News, 1 June 2026
But since this efficiency exercise was first announced, the amount the state expects to save from the consults’ recommendations has been dramatically reduced.
—William Melhado, Sacbee.com, 29 May 2026
Tirias Research tracks and consults for companies throughout the electronics ecosystem from semiconductors to systems and sensors to the cloud.
—Francis Sideco, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026
The next steps are psychological consults, a physical exam, uterine evaluation and blood work.
—Ann Marie Luft, The Orlando Sentinel, 14 May 2026
And immigration attorney Amandeep Hayer said his Vancouver, British Columbia, area practice went from about 200 citizenship cases a year to more than 20 consults per day.
—Sarah Raza, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
And immigration attorney Amandeep Hayer said his Vancouver, British Columbia, area practice went from about 200 citizenship cases a year to more than 20 consults per day.
—ABC News, 22 Apr. 2026
Many of the tribes TxDOT consults are in southwest-central and southeast Oklahoma, an acknowledgment of their Texas roots.
—Dallas Morning News, 7 Apr. 2026
Gingrich 360 consults with various companies in the health care industry that would be affected by health care transparency reforms.
—Bobby Jindal, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for consults
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The graininess of the photos also confers an appropriately gritty quality.—
Amy Reyes,
Miami Herald,
14 May 2026
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The act confers additional deduction benefits for overtime hours.—
Sarah Davis,
The Hill,
17 Apr. 2026
Verb
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One of the most criticized uses a four-letter word widely considered homophobic.—
Michael Rios,
CNN Money,
7 June 2026
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This gray-and-white kitchen uses two-tone paint and Shaker-style fronts for a classic design.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
6 June 2026
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The target is settling lower after consultations with advisers and investors, the people said, asking not to be identified as the information isn’t public.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
29 May 2026
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Kansas City’s plan was the product of three years of preparations, research and consultations from 118 residents and human rights organizations and business support professionals, according to KC2026.—
Sofi Zeman,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2026
Verb
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Mike Tirico, Jamal Crawford, and Reggie Miller discusses why San Antonio could be a contender for years to come, highlighting Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' chemistry and its long-term outlook.—
Andrew Greif,
NBC news,
4 June 2026
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Below, during a conversation with THR, Gallner also discusses the code of his con man character in Caroline.—
Brian Davids,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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The fact that Graphite One is already engaged in binding offtake discussions suggests the company may be moving beyond the speculative stage and into genuine commercial negotiations, although no final agreements have yet been signed.—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
31 May 2026
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More pointed are his governance attacks as Riquelme has repeatedly questioned why Florentino’s close associate Anas Laghrari, someone with no official position at the club, appears to be involved in major operations including Super League planning and stadium privatisation discussions.—
Sam Leveridge,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
Verb
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The agreement comes after the Israeli government threatened to escalate its actions in Lebanon — a move that threatens to derail the US-Iran talks.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Below, Boston talks to Deadline about her unique writing process, the thematic heart of the series and why the show’s shocking finale ultimately functions as a breakup story.—
Destiny Jackson,
Deadline,
4 June 2026
Noun
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The jury, under the excellent presidency of Park Chan-wook, who was both generous and confident, had extremely varied and highly democratic debates.—
Elsa Keslassy,
Variety,
4 June 2026
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Giant has provoked so many think-pieces and conversations and debates, which have caused people to flock to the show — you guys made your money back in 10 weeks, which just doesn’t happen.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
4 June 2026
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The future of college football is once again up for debate, with prominent voices from major conferences and teams giving their opinions on NIL as the federal government works through potential legislation to regulate the sport.—
Ian Miller OutKick,
FOXNews.com,
4 June 2026
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The Protect College Sports Act would allow the NCAA to limit transfers and eligibility, enforce a spending cap, give conferences the option to pool their television rights and prevent coaches from leaving their teams before the end of the season.—
Ralph D. Russo,
New York Times,
3 June 2026
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“Consults.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consults. Accessed 7 Jun. 2026.
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