counseled

variants or counselled
past tense of counsel
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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 Families could be counseled with a more realistic picture of their child’s probability of developing a disease, rather than assuming every person with the same genetic variant will share the same outcome. Santhosh Girirajan, The Conversation, 7 Oct. 2025 The rabbinic sages counseled patience, seeking a diplomatic accommodation that would avert mass bloodshed. 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
  • While Patrick said his mother was consulted during the writing process, Joan denied having anything to do with the novel in a statement to PEOPLE via her close friend Margo Nash.
    Jordana Comiter, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025
  • Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.
    Brittany Loggins, Footwear News, 8 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Quinn even stayed on campus for a fifth year and, at the request of Parker and assistant Ben Smith, coached the Terriers’ junior varsity team.
    Peter Baugh, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2025
  • Belichick coached the Patriots for 24 seasons, leading them to six Super Bowl victories alongside quarterback Tom Brady.
    Natasha Dye, PEOPLE, 7 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • If arrested, you should be advised of your Miranda rights.
    Jalen Williams, Freep.com, 13 Oct. 2025
  • To monitor lesser risk, residents are advised to sign up for county alert systems and to monitor agencies’ social media.
    Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • For policymakers and regulators, the coalition suggested establishing policy platforms that bring together various players—like governments, industry actors, standards setters and civil society—to co-develop fair and credible LCA frameworks while ensuring alignment, not fragmentation.
    Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Dumond suggested staying off the Strip or staying nearby during a Vegas trip.
    Ashley J. DiMella, FOXNews.com, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • Ed Sheeran has talked openly about thinking of his career in arithmetic terms.
    Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 10 Oct. 2025
  • Fast-rising British star Mia McKenna-Bruce has landed herself a role in one of the buzziest and most talked-about upcoming film series.
    Alex Ritman, Variety, 9 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • In a statement, a Bose McKinney & Evans spokesperson said the law firm was never informed that Cook had been disciplined or asked to resign by the city.
    IndyStar, IndyStar, 13 Oct. 2025
  • Prioritize your safety by staying informed and prepared.
    Bay Area Weather Report, Mercury News, 13 Oct. 2025
Verb
  • The class begins with incarcerated people being taught general knowledge of the industry.
    Sydney Sasser, Charlotte Observer, 5 Aug. 2025
  • 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
  • Screening colonoscopies are recommended for patients starting at 45 and the mean age of participants in the study was around 55.
    Adrianna Rodriguez, USA Today, 11 Oct. 2025
  • It's recommended that most people get about 10-35% of their calories from protein.
    Jillian Kubala, Health, 11 Oct. 2025

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“Counseled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counseled. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.

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