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
No Andy Dalton as a sounding board or safety net anymore as in the three previous seasons, either.
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Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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.
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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.
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Spin Staff,
SPIN,
22 Apr. 2026
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Alex Zietlow,
Charlotte Observer,
27 May 2026
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.
—
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
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for sounding board
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Legislative expert and law professor Chris Micheli said lawmakers frequently include controversial provisions in bills during the early stages of the legislative process.
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Given the significance of the peace deal, experts said Pakistan will certainly want to leverage its mediation role for economic benefit, particularly in its dealings with allies in Washington and the Gulf.
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Democrat Xavier Becerra, a former state attorney general, and Republican Steve Hilton, a former Fox News host and adviser to conservative British politicians, are competing to replace Newsom.
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The goal is to redirect human advisors toward the parts of a deal that require judgment and trust.
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Text 741741 from anywhere in the nation to reach a counselor.
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The filing came a day after an investigation led by the Texas Legislature determined the camp had no emergency plan and failed to evacuate campers and counselors quickly enough.
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Teng found a menopause specialist from Midi who discussed the risks and benefits of HRT, and recommended vitamins, supplements, diet and lifestyle changes.
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Concert volume at large venues is largely unregulated, which is why Reddy and other pediatric specialists urge caution for the youngest fans.
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“Sounding board.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/sounding%20board. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.
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