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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
The guidance was criticized by both the American Medical Assn.
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David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2025
Between 1947 and 1971, Picasso created more than 630 pieces at the workshop with the guidance of its founders, Georges and Suzanne Ramié, including masterpieces like Grand Vase Aux Femmes Voilées, a vase that sold for more than $800,000 at auction this spring.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025
Board President Jodie Williams disagreed with Allman that the document was inaccurate, noting it had been prepared with guidance from the county.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 June 2025
Beyond receiving Gail’s grandmotherly guidance, Murstein is also privy to her closet, which contains classic, sophisticated pieces such as cashmere cardigans, silk scarves, and Birkin bags.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
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David G. Savage, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2025
Between 1947 and 1971, Picasso created more than 630 pieces at the workshop with the guidance of its founders, Georges and Suzanne Ramié, including masterpieces like Grand Vase Aux Femmes Voilées, a vase that sold for more than $800,000 at auction this spring.
—Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 June 2025
Board President Jodie Williams disagreed with Allman that the document was inaccurate, noting it had been prepared with guidance from the county.
—Karen Billing, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 June 2025
Beyond receiving Gail’s grandmotherly guidance, Murstein is also privy to her closet, which contains classic, sophisticated pieces such as cashmere cardigans, silk scarves, and Birkin bags.
—Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 7 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guidance
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There’s also a steady stream of people stopping in to admire and purchase the wide variety of plants, trees and shrubs, pick up mulch or fertilizer, or get advice on the best products for weeds or pests.—
Emily M. Olson,
Hartford Courant,
19 June 2025
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This advice can be used for those of you who are therapists, coaches, instructors, etc.—
Harriette Cole,
Mercury News,
19 June 2025
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The allegations span from 1970 to 2018: For nearly 50 years, the abuse of children has gone unchecked under the supervision of the state.—
Alvin Lee,
Baltimore Sun,
23 June 2025
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While her daughter sometimes runs alone with classmates and under the supervision of school coaches, at-home runs are a different matter.—
Melissa Fleur Afshar,
MSNBC Newsweek,
23 June 2025
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Its continued vitality and accessibility depend on thoughtful stewardship.—
Jessica Hanson York,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
20 June 2025
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For those curious about Walter, here are five key tenets gleaned from his stewardship of the Dodgers.—
Fabian Ardaya,
New York Times,
19 June 2025
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Conversely, people spend an inordinate amount of time on weight management, cardiovascular improvement and muscular strength.—
Matt Parrott,
Arkansas Online,
15 June 2025
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FlexJobs data shows that the most in-demand remote jobs of 2025, still hiring right now, include software engineering, product management, project management, and customer success, to name a few.—
Rachel Wells,
Forbes.com,
15 June 2025
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Finally, establishing comprehensive oversight mechanisms is key.—
Craig Costigan,
Forbes.com,
16 June 2025
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Whether this was caused by negligence or lack of oversight, the result is the same — the privacy and rights of Illinois residents were compromised, and that’s unacceptable.—
Chicago Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
16 June 2025
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For too long, the balance in Maryland has tipped entirely in one direction — shielding dangerous behavior while completely ignoring the voices of victims.—
Robin Grammer,
Baltimore Sun,
19 June 2025
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At its narrowest point, the strait is about 21 miles wide, with two shipping lanes two miles wide in each direction.—
Isabel van Brugen,
MSNBC Newsweek,
19 June 2025
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Through these House rules, the speaker wields nearly absolute control over the legislative process.—
Matt Paprocki,
Chicago Tribune,
17 June 2025
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In the latter, the Communist Party had taken a percentage ownership in private companies as well as control over government board seats and voting power, the Wall Street Journal reported in 2023.—
Anne Marie D. Lee,
CBS News,
17 June 2025
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According to the survey, 51% of Americans approve Trump’s handling of border security and immigration, while 49% disapprove.—
Sudiksha Kochi,
USA Today,
16 June 2025
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The leaders will now likely try to influence Trump’s handling of the conflict, given Washington’s leverage over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.—
J.D. Capelouto,
semafor.com,
15 June 2025
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“Guidance.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guidance. Accessed 29 Jun. 2025.
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