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as in lawyer
a person whose profession is to conduct lawsuits for clients or to advise about legal rights and obligations
if you cannot afford counsel, one will be provided for you
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as in advice
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
I suggest you take the teacher's counsel
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as in adviser
a person who gives advice especially professionally
the toy manufacturer hired a public relations counsel to do some damage control
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as in consult
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
she approved the move after a counsel with her advisers
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
concerned parents counseling about the problem of substance abuse in their community
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as in to guide
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
every year the admissions officer counsels thousands of students about the process of applying to college
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as in to advise
to give advice to
perhaps a psychologist would be better qualified to counsel you
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Recent Examples of counsel
David Ingram, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Among those who revered him and were swayed by his counsel in various instances was Manny Machado.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
Coley Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
For the young Queen Elizabeth, acceding to the throne at just 25 after the unexpectedly early death of her father, King George VI, Churchill was a mentor, guide and counsel through the early years of her reign.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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Noun
Over 75% of shareholders voted in favor of the pay package, said Brandon Ehrhart, the company’s general counsel, as Tesla shareholders gathered in person and virtually for their annual meeting.
—David Ingram, NBC news, 6 Nov. 2025
Among those who revered him and were swayed by his counsel in various instances was Manny Machado.
—Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 Nov. 2025
Verb
Concerned friends, both mine and his, counseled against him posting rambling, nonsensical monologues, and about his drug use.
—Coley Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Oct. 2025
For the young Queen Elizabeth, acceding to the throne at just 25 after the unexpectedly early death of her father, King George VI, Churchill was a mentor, guide and counsel through the early years of her reign.
—Simon Perry, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counsel
Noun
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The following episode kicks off on a much lighter note with the lawyers all sitting around trading their favorite cosmetic procedures and self-care rituals.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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Mainstream society, generally intent on grooming doctors, lawyers, accountants, scientists, engineers, and computer coders, perceived a student learning a working-class skilled trade as somehow lowly, poorly compensated, a second-class citizen.—
Stephen Tave,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
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Zverev has intermittently heeded the advice, but his last match before the start of the Tour Finals ended in a 6-0, 6-1 shellacking by Sinner, aggravated by swelling in his right ankle.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Stavvy’s World is an advice panel show featuring Halkias alongside many of today’s buzziest emerging comics, which has done over 30 million downloads/views year-to-date across platforms.—
Matt Grobar,
Deadline,
10 Nov. 2025
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Schlegel, a travel adviser from Arlington, Virginia, has told clients to not panic, to monitor their flights and to arrive at the airport early.—
JOSH FUNK,
Arkansas Online,
8 Nov. 2025
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Just ahead of kickoff, ESPN's Jordan Reid reported that New York Jets GM Darren Mougey and senior football advisor, Rick Spielman, are both in attendance for the Indiana-Penn State matchup.—
Rowan Fisher-Shotton,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Nov. 2025
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The authors do not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and have disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.—
Abby Frank,
The Conversation,
5 Nov. 2025
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For small businesses, simplicity wins—a clear offer like ‘buy one, gift one’ or a free consult lowers the barrier for first-time buyers and gives them a reason to pick you over a big-box store.—
Ashley Lutz,
Fortune,
5 Nov. 2025
Verb
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However, having a pending case does not confer immigration status and the government can detain an asylum seeker.—
Verónica Egui Brito,
Miami Herald,
7 Nov. 2025
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Knighthoods, conferred by the sovereign, represent one of the highest forms of national recognition for service and excellence.—
Stephanie Giang-Paunon,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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Mike Vrabel has breathed life into the New England Patriots, guiding them to a 7-2 start while riding a six-game winning streak despite fielding a roster that still has its fair share of deficiencies.—
Mike Jones,
New York Times,
9 Nov. 2025
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Paul was a fierce advocate for diversity and inclusion and guided the league through the challenges of 9/11 and Hurricane Katrina.—
Ryan Gaydos,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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To avoid this issue, Wang advises simply following the product labels and dosage information while also maintaining a regular cleaning and maintenance schedule for your machine.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Nov. 2025
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Once considered superficial next to financial advice and tax planning, services for health and wellness, family and kids, and travel and self-improvement are becoming core competencies in the business of advising and helping wealthy families.—
Robert Frank,
CNBC,
8 Nov. 2025
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Some even suggested delicious baking uses for the new treats.—
Kait Hanson,
Southern Living,
8 Nov. 2025
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Just a day before the auction, internet sleuth Perezcope, published an instagram post suggesting the hard enamel had been recessed, while pointing out discrepancies in the numerals and so on.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
8 Nov. 2025
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“Counsel.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counsel. Accessed 12 Nov. 2025.
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