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as in conferring
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 guiding
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 advising
to give advice to
perhaps a psychologist would be better qualified to counsel you
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as in suggesting
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
I would counsel caution and deliberation in this sensitive matter
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Recent Examples of counseling
Staff Report, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
The casino in Placer County provides free wellness counseling and matching funds for 401k retirement plans for all workers.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 31 May 2026
Kristine Phillips, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
In the days since, support for those affected has stretched across a network of local and federal agencies and counseling resources.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
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Noun
Notable award recipients included counseling grad Grace Schroeder, named the Outstanding Graduate Student, and Haneefah Syed, honored as the Outstanding Senior.
—Staff Report, Oc Register, 1 June 2026
The casino in Placer County provides free wellness counseling and matching funds for 401k retirement plans for all workers.
—Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado, Sacbee.com, 31 May 2026
Verb
For example, Sloan notes, a pastor does not need to be counseling people in his home.
—Kristine Phillips, IndyStar, 24 Mar. 2026
In the days since, support for those affected has stretched across a network of local and federal agencies and counseling resources.
—Dante Motley, Austin American Statesman, 9 Mar. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counseling
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Now, critics are warning that the order may be short-sighted, offering only performative reassurances that the government is actively monitoring for AI risks, while changing very little about how and when models are deployed.—
Ashley Belanger,
ArsTechnica,
3 June 2026
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And Crepeau’s dynamic movement was reassurance that Canada can keep playing that high line.—
Joshua Kloke,
New York Times,
2 June 2026
Adjective
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McKinsey could also slash as many as 2,000 non-consulting staff in one of its biggest round of layoffs ever, Bloomberg reported last month, citing unnamed sources close to the matter.—
Anna Cooban,
CNN,
23 Mar. 2023
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In an email to AL.com, Jones said Alabama Writers’ Forum will have a consulting role with the initiative, including assisting with publicity and sharing contacts across the state to help promote events or connect delegates with partners.—
Shauna Stuart | [email protected],
al,
3 Oct. 2022
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Once deployed, Pegasus will be monitored from Earth, with teams in Colorado guiding operations in real time.—
Karen Morfitt,
CBS News,
6 June 2026
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The incident has deepened concerns about the safety of Nepali workers on the mountain, which has seen an explosion of commercial guiding outfitters in recent years.—
Helen Regan,
CNN Money,
5 June 2026
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What players should know The Hoosier Lottery has added a disclaimer to the game's webpage advising players who wish to file a complaint or protest regarding a ticket to complete a formal claim form or contact lottery officials directly.—
Anthony Thompson,
USA Today,
3 June 2026
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As mentor, the Ami founder will guide the Grand Prize and Special Prize winners over the course of a year, advising on both creative direction and business strategy.—
Lily Templeton,
Footwear News,
3 June 2026
Verb
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Novo itself is beginning to generate data suggesting semaglutide may actually affect biological processes linked to aging, not just body weight.—
Madison Muller,
Fortune,
7 June 2026
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Footage from the recent test showed the missile being launched from fully vertical cells, indicating compatibility with shipborne vertical launch systems and suggesting potential cross-platform deployment.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
7 June 2026
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Last month, the US Surgeon General’s office released an advisory warning that children who spend more time on screens are more likely to have physical health problems, mental health problems, behavioral problems, family conflicts, lower academic performance and worse relationships with their peers.—
CNN Money,
CNN Money,
4 June 2026
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Typically, agencies adopt recommendations from independent advisory committees on issues including vaccine schedules, environmental standards, or census methodology.—
Katia Riddle,
NPR,
3 June 2026
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Keller assistant Jared Stafford, a former Dallas Baptist University pitcher and a Keller class of 2007 alum, is set to take over the program and has been coaching under Stramp since 2012.—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
7 June 2026
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Coming off a tumultuous season at Chelsea, Pochettino took the job with the USMNT, his first time coaching international soccer instead of club.—
Andy Yamashita,
The Orlando Sentinel,
5 June 2026
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After teaching at Bard College for over two decades, Sante has retired from academia and lives in Kingston, New York.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 June 2026
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Jacob is also part of a culinary class that gives back to the community by teaching older adults how to use new technology at a local senior center.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 June 2026
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“Counseling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counseling. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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