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turning (to)

verb

Definition of turning (to)

present participle of turn (to)

as in going (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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consulting

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The High-Speed-Rail Authority awarded consulting giant KPMG a $24 million contract.

— Julie Watts, CBS News, 5 Nov. 2026
Without understanding the applicable tax rules and consulting the appropriate professionals, a charitable gift could create unintended tax consequences.

— JP Shaffer, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026

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