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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
David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Services offered include spiritual care, crisis counseling, behavioral and mental health services and therapy animals.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than half of pediatricians report spending from 10 to 19 minutes counseling parents about vaccines, and nearly 1 in 10 spend more than 20 minutes – often several times per day.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
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Noun
Conditions of probation include a $1,000 fine; $425 in case costs; 16 hours of continuing medical education courses split between ethics and Florida mental health counseling laws; and practicing only under the review of a psychotherapist approved by the board.
—David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 4 Mar. 2026
Services offered include spiritual care, crisis counseling, behavioral and mental health services and therapy animals.
—Alex Driggars, Austin American Statesman, 3 Mar. 2026
Verb
As a result, the judge issued a protection order keeping Rapaport away from Taylor, and also mandated the actor get counseling twice a month for a year.
—Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 11 Jan. 2026
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than half of pediatricians report spending from 10 to 19 minutes counseling parents about vaccines, and nearly 1 in 10 spend more than 20 minutes – often several times per day.
—Washington Post, 9 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for counseling
Noun
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At a time when The Pitt has set a new standard for what medical TV shows look, sound, and feel like, Scrubs is a reassurance rather than a reimagining.—
Roxana Hadadi,
Vulture,
5 Mar. 2026
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The country’s population read it as reassurance without words, a visual message that life goes on.—
Manal Albarakati,
semafor.com,
3 Mar. 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 | sstuart@al.com,
al,
3 Oct. 2022
Verb
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The moody Moon and wary Chiron trine across your talkative 3rd house and your convivial 11th house, guiding your explanations of complex issues.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
1 Mar. 2026
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Our guiding principle throughout this process has been to secure a transaction that maximizes the value of our iconic assets and our century-old studio while delivering as much certainty as possible for our investors.—
Brady Knox,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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The State Department has urged Americans to leave more than a dozen Middle Eastern countries immediately using commercial options, advising travelers to register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.—
Matt Nighswander,
NBC news,
4 Mar. 2026
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The products only pose a health risk to people with wheat or soy allergies, but the FDA is still advising all consumers to throw them out and request a refund.—
Jenna Anderson,
Health,
4 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Critics on social media starting suggesting that maybe Messi’s 2026 team was overrated.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
2 Mar. 2026
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Satellite photos analyzed by AP have shown new activity at two of those sites, suggesting Iran is trying to assess and potentially recover material.—
Jon Gambrell,
Fortune,
1 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Officials said the advisory change reflected adjustments in embassy operations rather than a direct change in underlying risk.—
Emma Bussey,
FOXNews.com,
5 Mar. 2026
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An advisory task force, composed of local leaders including TI foundation executive director Andy Smith, released recommendations for DBDT in September aimed at fostering accountability and rebuilding trust in its next chapter.—
Uwa Ede-Osifo,
Dallas Morning News,
5 Mar. 2026
Verb
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Calipari was coaching the Wildcats at the time.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Close now has the opportunity to help a player who seems to have similar interest in coaching.—
Jim Alexander,
Oc Register,
28 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Over 100 teachers across the United States are teaching children about the 100-year anniversary, in partnership with Campaign Zero.—
Paul Burton,
CBS News,
28 Feb. 2026
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Those projects have included volunteering at an animal shelter, helping homeless people or teaching other participants how to make soap.—
Claire Osborn,
Austin American Statesman,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Counseling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/counseling. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.
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