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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  • The decision, announced Friday, was made in close consultation with Britain’s King Charles III, who is believed to be glad at the outcome, while Prince William and other members of the royal family were also consulted on the discussions, CNN understands.
    Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2025
  • Deverell consulted with model ship builder Matthew Betts to ensure the historical accuracy of the build.
    Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 17 Oct. 2025
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  • Schmidt warned that without enforcement, these rogue models could spread unchecked and be used for harm by bad actors.
    Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2025
  • While initially designed to be used in a rocket artillery system, it was modified to be attached to a first-person-view drone using a wooden stick, wire and duct tape, CAR said.
    Catherine Nicholls, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2025
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“Went (to).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/went%20%28to%29. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.

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