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as in advice
an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action
sought career guidance from the college counselor
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2
as in supervision
the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something
felt secure under the president's cautious guidance of foreign affairs
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as in stewardship
the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control
an adviser who undertakes the guidance of his students' academic careers
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Recent Examples of guidance
Believers confess their sins to a priest, receive spiritual guidance and absolution and typically are required to make an act of contrition like saying specific prayers.
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Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
In its last earnings report, Roku came in above investor guidance, due to the strength of platform revenue, as the company cited growth in video advertising, as well as improvements to its interface.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
There was little guidance on how to separate life from art.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Self-medicating with vitamin B12 without a doctor’s guidance is not a good idea.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2026
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Corky Siemaszko, NBC news, 16 Apr. 2026
In its last earnings report, Roku came in above investor guidance, due to the strength of platform revenue, as the company cited growth in video advertising, as well as improvements to its interface.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2026
There was little guidance on how to separate life from art.
—Ralphie Aversa, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2026
Self-medicating with vitamin B12 without a doctor’s guidance is not a good idea.
—Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 16 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guidance
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Turning to artificial intelligence tools for health advice has become a habit for Davis and many other Americans, according to a Gallup poll published Wednesday.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The attack came at a time of growing debate about the societal effects of AI assistants like OpenAI’s ChatGPT that millions of people are turning to for information, advice, writing help and to do work on their behalf.—
Olga R. Rodriguez,
Fortune,
14 Apr. 2026
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In partnership with local communities, the district has provided the following information on free food distribution centers and food programs, child supervision and student computer devices.—
Karen Garcia,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Apr. 2026
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She was handed preliminary charges, including for failure to help a minor in danger, and released under judicial supervision.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
11 Apr. 2026
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Barely keeping the lights on is hardly a show of stewardship, let alone competence.—
Kathryn Anne Edwards,
Twin Cities,
14 Apr. 2026
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BlackRock’s large stakes in many public companies have also raised concerns about corporate governance and stewardship.—
byDebbie Carlson,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
14 Apr. 2026
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Keogh said Hein is not solely to blame for the financial management problems but also said Groveland had outgrown his management style as the city gained over 10,000 residents during Hein’s tenure.—
James Wilkins,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 Apr. 2026
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Fredericson says that exercise also supports weight management by affecting appetite, increasing calorie burn and helping preserve lean muscle mass, which is essential for maintaining a healthy metabolism.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
11 Apr. 2026
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Her euthanasia had been unanimously approved, as the law requires, by two doctors, a lawyer and a review and oversight body; and it had been scheduled to take place on 2 August 2024.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
11 Apr. 2026
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Krepich said the probe was ongoing as the administration still has concerns with New York's oversight of personal care services and the Medicaid program, and is reviewing the state's response to last month's letter.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
11 Apr. 2026
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But Jude’s subsequent movies have gone in a less conventional direction.—
Rebecca Mead,
New Yorker,
13 Apr. 2026
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Costner's character John Dutton was later written out, a turning point that reshaped the show’s direction ahead of its final episodes.—
Danielle Minnetian,
FOXNews.com,
12 Apr. 2026
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Taiwan is considering the years-long process of restarting two reactors because of the current crisis, which will require meticulous inspections, safety checks and control system verifications.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
17 Apr. 2026
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If the former is about the inevitability of falling in love, a complete surrender beyond the speaker’s control, the latter confronts the pain of romantic love’s aftermath.—
Hanif Abdurraqib,
New Yorker,
17 Apr. 2026
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Vance jousted with at least one heckler over the war in Gaza, and he was pressed by another person over the administration’s handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case files.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The release said that individuals not experiencing symptoms should continue to monitor for any that arise, as well as practice good hand hygiene and safe food handling practices.—
Chiara Kim,
PEOPLE,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Guidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guidance. Accessed 18 Apr. 2026.
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