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as in to show
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
the pastry chef guided her through the creation of the wedding cake, showing her how to ice the layers, fashion the elaborate decorations, and assemble the whole shebang
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as in to supervise
to look after and make decisions about
thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well
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as in to steer
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
would be happy to guide you folks to the historic part of town
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Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 July 2026
La Jolla has many local organizations that help guide community life by reviewing proposals, making recommendations and/or implementing local projects.
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Ashley MacKin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Sheridan bought several travel guides to different countries for research, and the duo got to work.
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Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
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Verb
That balance between comedy and horror became the guiding principle for the production.
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Scott Roxborough,
HollywoodReporter,
2 July 2026
La Jolla has many local organizations that help guide community life by reviewing proposals, making recommendations and/or implementing local projects.
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Ashley MacKin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
2 July 2026
Noun
In an interview with The New York Times, the guide reflected on how Jessie captured the impressive footage.
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Raven Brunner,
PEOPLE,
30 June 2026
Sheridan bought several travel guides to different countries for research, and the duo got to work.
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Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
30 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for guide
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In fact, research shows that when given the choice, on-site work remains the least popular option across every age range according to Gallup.
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The younger James, who was drafted in the second round in 2024 to form the first father-son duo in NBA history, showed steady improvement during his second season.
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While older children can use sparklers, they should be supervised, Heckman said.
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Between there, and running upstairs to supervise fittings of his monumentally sculptural work with his stylist Tallulah Harlech, the designer caught a rare moment to sit and talk.
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The jet stream is a highway of air at high altitudes which steers weather systems.
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This spring, Russert received a call from leadership at MS NOW, steered by former CNN executive Rebecca Kutler.
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Los Angeles acquired guard Darius Garland in a trade last season, and there are rumors that Kawhi Leonard is on the trade block.
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After the top four picks, the draft was considered wide open with a logjam of talented guards.
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The Munizes included the same statement in a new post that instead was accompanied by a photo of the family of three.
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The oversized Route 66 sign accompanying the treat is perfect for a selfie background, and the statue is located next to the Rich & Creamy Ice Cream Shop.
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The judge denied Fischer’s request to appoint and fund a special master to oversee the privilege screen but allowed defense attorneys to review the records themselves instead of prosecutors.
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The first three times were under Socialist Party Prime Minister Felipe González starting in 1986, but conservative leader José Maria Aznar’s government also oversaw two such measures in the 2000s.
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The woman accused Mendes, Cape Verde’s all-time leading scorer, of forcing his way into her hotel room in Auckland and then raping her.
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Villaraigosa, who led the city from 2005-13 and recently ran for governor, argued that this is not the right time to make even that change.
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The companion app can then further the shame by generating reports that highlight your strengths and weaknesses, suggesting areas that might need some work.
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The volume is then entrusted to the Rat Queen and her companions, who battle the Rat Reaperess—death herself, a Grim Reaper in a rat head and showgirl bodysuit, who appears onstage each night armed with a scythe.
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