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as in coaches
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 supervises
to look after and make decisions about
thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well
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as in steers
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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as in guards
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
followed our guide through the dangerous mountain trails
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Recent Examples of guides
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Rather than making decisions for clients, Bacon guides them through the process, keeping them focused on one area at a time.
—Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
September 23 – October 22 Grace under pressure guides your agreements.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Often, the setting itself guides the design.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Much of their perspective traces back to their mother, whose practical wisdom still guides them.
—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Using a pinky ball, Zinn guides a simple plantar fascia release to restore connection and help prevent pain.
—Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 15 Apr. 2026
As the Fairy Godmother, Masham guides Cinderella through the whole story, acts as the storyteller and gives her a dress for the ball.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Your intuitive sense guides tone and timing while courage keeps the message straightforward.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, lego and much more.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Tourists who had hiked up the trail in the early morning hours to watch the sunrise were unable to descend as gunfire was reported in the favela, prompting guides to instruct the group to remain low and stay in place as a safety precaution.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
For guides, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts across Colorado, Antero Reservoir has quickly become a second home where people were hoping to make many more memories this fishing season.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Its global community remains highly active, producing lore analyses, boss guides, fan art, strategy builds, tips, and uncovering hidden secrets.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
In an effort to help find who is responsible, Lynch and other local guides have been pooling money to fund a reward.
—Kubie Brown, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2026
Through in-store workshops, instructional guides and later online tutorials, the brand encouraged homeowners to take on projects that might previously have required professional contractors.
—Alexandria Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Students also did research on various candidates and prepared their own voter guides, which featured key issues, platforms and points of similarity and contrast.
—Froylan Jimenez, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Verb
The Wilderness guides at Magashi Peninsula are well trained, the accommodation and food spoiling, and the wildlife sightings glorious.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Rather than making decisions for clients, Bacon guides them through the process, keeping them focused on one area at a time.
—Panashe Matemba-Mutasa, Mercury News, 22 Apr. 2026
September 23 – October 22 Grace under pressure guides your agreements.
—Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Often, the setting itself guides the design.
—Kate Donovan, Martha Stewart, 20 Apr. 2026
Much of their perspective traces back to their mother, whose practical wisdom still guides them.
—Brittany Talarico, PEOPLE, 15 Apr. 2026
Using a pinky ball, Zinn guides a simple plantar fascia release to restore connection and help prevent pain.
—Jennifer Shanker, Flow Space, 15 Apr. 2026
As the Fairy Godmother, Masham guides Cinderella through the whole story, acts as the storyteller and gives her a dress for the ball.
—Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Apr. 2026
Your intuitive sense guides tone and timing while courage keeps the message straightforward.
—Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2026
Noun
This Kimpton encourages guests to explore Hong Kong’s green side (more than 70% of the territory is protected green land) with free-to-rent gear and hiking guides packed with trails suitable for every level.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, lego and much more.
—Paul Brett, Space.com, 23 Apr. 2026
Tourists who had hiked up the trail in the early morning hours to watch the sunrise were unable to descend as gunfire was reported in the favela, prompting guides to instruct the group to remain low and stay in place as a safety precaution.
—Christina Coulter, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
For guides, anglers, and outdoor enthusiasts across Colorado, Antero Reservoir has quickly become a second home where people were hoping to make many more memories this fishing season.
—Gabriela Vidal, CBS News, 21 Apr. 2026
Its global community remains highly active, producing lore analyses, boss guides, fan art, strategy builds, tips, and uncovering hidden secrets.
—Justin Kroll, Deadline, 20 Apr. 2026
In an effort to help find who is responsible, Lynch and other local guides have been pooling money to fund a reward.
—Kubie Brown, Outdoor Life, 16 Apr. 2026
Through in-store workshops, instructional guides and later online tutorials, the brand encouraged homeowners to take on projects that might previously have required professional contractors.
—Alexandria Mansfield, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026
Students also did research on various candidates and prepared their own voter guides, which featured key issues, platforms and points of similarity and contrast.
—Froylan Jimenez, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guides
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Her husband, Drew, who filed for divorce after her resignation, coaches the boys team.—
Louis Casiano,
FOXNews.com,
22 Apr. 2026
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Mattei lauded Miller, who coaches the Angels’ C-team and works with the varsity guards, as a unicorn at the intersection of sports and music.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
13 Apr. 2026
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The Chinese government officially recognizes five religions — Buddhism, Taoism, Catholicism, Protestantism and Islam — and tightly supervises them.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
15 Apr. 2026
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The group recruits, trains and supervises volunteers who represent children in the foster care system in juvenile courts, according to its website.—
Molly Morrow,
Chicago Tribune,
9 Apr. 2026
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This year’s event raised money for UpSpire, an employment program; Tarrant Area Food Bank; United Community Centers, focusing on food and literacy; and Tarrant To & Through Partnership, which steers students toward college or careers.—
Brayden Garcia,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
10 Apr. 2026
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Studies show that during neutral years, the jet stream often steers storms out to sea rather than toward the Gulf Coast or Southeast, reducing overall landfall risk.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
8 Apr. 2026
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Allen now makes and sells Safe Soss (pronounced like sauce), which include carbon filters or guards for attics and vents, fiberglass heat-resistant ember-stopping tape and a spray fire retardant that can work from a garden hose, all of which recently became available at a major hardware chain.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Apr. 2026
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The lugs and crown guards are decorated with yet more diamonds.—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
21 Apr. 2026
Verb
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While the handling of the outburst by BAFTA and the BBC wasn’t ideal for anyone involved, the outrage and fallout from the event shows that Davidson’s lifelong mission to educate the wider population about Tourette syndrome is ongoing, and so important.—
Katie Walsh,
Boston Herald,
24 Apr. 2026
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In the wake of the Iranian attack on three ships in the Strait of Hormuz yesterday, MarineTraffic tracking data shows an almost total standstill of vessels transiting through the waterway.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Ahead of Wednesday’s hearings, experts said his handling of them could affect his chances at a pivotal moment of his reelection campaign and set the tone for how Congress oversees the nation’s health agenda at a time of rampant distrust and misinformation.—
Ali Swenson,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Apr. 2026
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How Cassidy handles the hearings could affect his chances at a pivotal moment of his reelection campaign and set the tone for how Congress oversees the nation's health agenda at a time of rampant distrust and misinformation.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2026
Verb
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Monday features three games with the Cleveland Cavaliers, New York Knicks and Denver Nuggets looking to take 2-0 series leads.—
Dan Santaromita,
New York Times,
20 Apr. 2026
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The team has about a half a dozen more sample tubes to fill and the rover is in good shape, said Jim Bell, a planetary scientist and Arizona State University professor who leads the camera team on Perseverance, which works daily with JPL.—
Justine McDaniel,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Suite attendants keep accommodations spotless.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
15 Apr. 2026
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Parking attendants will assist.—
Daniel Hunt,
Sacbee.com,
15 Apr. 2026
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“Guides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guides. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.
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