as in went (to)
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
no need to turn to violence when we can talk things out peacefully
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consulted
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While Patrick said his mother was consulted during the writing process, Joan denied having anything to do with the novel in a statement to PEOPLE via her close friend Margo Nash.—
Jordana Comiter,
PEOPLE,
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Chan has also consulted for a number of fashion brands, advising them on media and marketing strategy.—
Brittany Loggins,
Footwear News,
8 Oct. 2025
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“Turned (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/turned%20%28to%29. Accessed 15 Oct. 2025.
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