Thesaurus results for WENT (TO)

went (to)

verb

Definition of went (to)

past tense of go (to)

as in consulted

to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage when the sales representative refused to help us, we went to the store manager

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In one case, Justice of the Peace Dianne Curry consulted with Entergy official John Bethel on language in the moratorium measure, which Curry sponsored.

— Joseph Flaherty, Arkansas Online, 4 Aug. 2026
Nonetheless, curator Andrew Bolton consulted with Jewish leaders in New York City before finalizing their choice, The New York Times reported.

— Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 3 Aug. 2026

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Biolyz used the money to build a third lab in England, adding to facilities in Germany and Austria.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 10 Aug. 2026
However, consuming large amounts—such as those used in studies where up to 1/2 cup was consumed daily—can start to weaken and damage tooth enamel.

— MD Published, Verywell Health, 10 Aug. 2026

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