as in expert
a person or group with whom you discuss ideas to see if the ideas are good
My friend is my sounding board for new ideas.
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Recent Examples of sounding board
The addition of former Argentina international Gabriel Heinze, a close friend over many years, as assistant coach has provided Arteta with an additional sounding board and pressure valve.
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 19 May 2026
The role shifts from being a financial provider to becoming a financial sounding board.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Acting as both producer and sounding board, Cook helped assemble a sympathetic cast of collaborators drawn from the modern Americana and indie orbit.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 22 Apr. 2026
Confidant, sounding board, friend.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
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James McNicholas, New York Times, 19 May 2026
The role shifts from being a financial provider to becoming a financial sounding board.
—Bruce Helmer, Twin Cities, 9 May 2026
Acting as both producer and sounding board, Cook helped assemble a sympathetic cast of collaborators drawn from the modern Americana and indie orbit.
—Spin Staff, SPIN, 22 Apr. 2026
Confidant, sounding board, friend.
—Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sounding board
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Police and fire rescue experts say this is also serves a reminder to always wear personal flotation devices in and around rivers, creeks, ditches and lakes.—
Dillon Thomas,
CBS News,
4 June 2026
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But despite this, experts say the lack of AI play is not the main reason why global investors are exiting India.—
Priyanka Salve,
CNBC,
4 June 2026
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The adviser recommended investment sales that resulted in a $50,000 capital gain tax bill, and their accountant disapproved.—
Liz Weston,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Millions upon millions of people are using generative AI as their ongoing advisor on mental health considerations (note that ChatGPT alone has over 800 million weekly active users, a notable proportion of which dip into mental health aspects, see my analysis at the link here).—
Lance Eliot,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2026
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The plan both helps train entry-level workers to be substance use counselors, case managers and community health workers and also offers zero-interest forgivable loans to workers already in those jobs.—
Paul Sisson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
31 May 2026
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Missouri Attorney General’s lawsuit The City Council’s vote came as the Missouri Attorney General’s Office is suing the city on behalf of a group of Christian counselors.—
Eleanor Nash,
Kansas City Star,
31 May 2026
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This article was created by content specialists using various tools, including AI.—
Ryan Brennan
June 2,
Sacbee.com,
3 June 2026
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At Miraval Berkshires, guests are immersed in an intimate, nature-rich setting that invites connection, whether that means getting to know others, engaging with our expert specialists, exploring team challenges, or participating in ceremonies grounded in traditional wisdom.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
3 June 2026
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“Sounding board.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sounding%20board. Accessed 6 Jun. 2026.
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