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or counselled
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as in consulted
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 coached
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 advised
to give advice to
perhaps a psychologist would be better qualified to counsel you
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as in suggested
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 counseled
The rabbinic sages counseled patience, seeking a diplomatic accommodation that would avert mass bloodshed.
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Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Following the investigation, Moore verbally counseled Martin as the first step in the city’s progressive discipline process, Carter said.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2025
Yair Rosenberg, The Atlantic, 7 Aug. 2025
Following the investigation, Moore verbally counseled Martin as the first step in the city’s progressive discipline process, Carter said.
—Shira Moolten, Sun Sentinel, 7 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for counseled
Verb
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Tidmarsh said the committees would still be consulted on general issues like how to regulate different classes of drugs.—
Arthur Allen,
CNN Money,
12 Sep. 2025
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In July 2022, Nelson consulted with her dermatologist about her burns during a routine skin check.—
Catherine Santino,
PEOPLE,
11 Sep. 2025
Verb
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That looks like a different Caleb Williams to me, so Ben Johnson's coached him hard this offseason.—
Matthew Couden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 Sep. 2025
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Vrabel, who never coached under Belichick, isn’t making that mistake.—
Andrew Callahan,
Boston Herald,
7 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Even if advised by a manufacturer, the marble cleaning solution should still be tested on a small, inconspicuous area before getting started.—
Patricia Shannon,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
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Memos unearthed from Biden’s term show his aides wanted the president to personally sign pardon decisions and advised against using the autopen on clemency decisions.—
Lauren Green,
The Washington Examiner,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Reports also suggested that parts of the residence may have been demolished in recent years.—
David Brennan,
ABC News,
9 Sep. 2025
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Instead, her husband, Matt, suggested opening up a small farmers’ market.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
9 Sep. 2025
Verb
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And the 30-year-old Marinaccio was among the most impressive and talked-about relievers in Padres camp this spring.—
Kevin Acee,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Sep. 2025
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Tandon talked to Billboard about her devoted fanbase, and the goal of traditional Indian music and why Grammy voters and contenders should listen.—
Billboard Staff,
Billboard,
12 Sep. 2025
Verb
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When people violate the rules, the policy instructs the officer to first work to educate the rider to make sure they’re informed, rather than step right to enforcement.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
8 Sep. 2025
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Berry’s approach is informed very much by her own experiences coming up in the rough and tumble of investment banking.—
WWD Staff,
Footwear News,
8 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.—
Sydney Sasser,
Charlotte Observer,
5 Aug. 2025
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Tyx has lived in the Kansas City area for four years and previously taught middle school Spanish.—
Taylor O'Connor,
Kansas City Star,
5 Aug. 2025
Verb
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For roughly 15 million Americans each year, the more extensive work that's recommended is a root canal.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
13 Sep. 2025
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However, the remaster for the first Metroid Prime on Switch comes thoroughly recommended.—
Ollie Barder,
Forbes.com,
13 Sep. 2025
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“Counseled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counseled. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.
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