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as in to warn
to give advice to
a popular guidance counselor who has been advising students about their college plans for two decades
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as in to suggest
to put (something) forward as one's choice for a wise or proper course of action
she advised calling ahead for a reservation at the new restaurant
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as in to consult
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
the doctor advised with his partner before recommending the patient's treatment
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as in to inform
to give information to
advised her as to the best way to get to the art museum by public transportation
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as in to alert
to give notice to beforehand especially of danger or risk
advised us not to invest our money in what looked like a pyramid scheme
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Recent Examples of advise
The National Academies, which advises policymakers and is conducting the study, will be required to consult with child advocates, health professionals, program alumni, parents, facility operators, among others, and a host of government agencies.
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Tyler Kingkade, NBC News, 18 Dec. 2024
Pasteurization kills avian influenza, and the CDC advises against eating or drinking any raw milk products.
—Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The park service also advises calling or contacting a park ranger immediately to report cougar encounters or attacks.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 18 Dec. 2024
Minasian had been one of the strongest voices to champion Burnes when the right-hander showed promise in the minor leagues, advising then-Brewers GM Doug Melvin to make the former fourth-round pick practically untouchable in trade discussions.
—Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 8 Dec. 2024
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Tyler Kingkade, NBC News, 18 Dec. 2024
Pasteurization kills avian influenza, and the CDC advises against eating or drinking any raw milk products.
—Connor Giffin, The Courier-Journal, 18 Dec. 2024
The park service also advises calling or contacting a park ranger immediately to report cougar encounters or attacks.
—Jenna Prestininzi, Detroit Free Press, 18 Dec. 2024
Minasian had been one of the strongest voices to champion Burnes when the right-hander showed promise in the minor leagues, advising then-Brewers GM Doug Melvin to make the former fourth-round pick practically untouchable in trade discussions.
—Andrew Baggarly, The Athletic, 8 Dec. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advise
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The California Attorney General's Office warns that firearms should be stored in a locked container and locked with a firearms safety device.Natalie Neysa Alund, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
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Security researchers from Microsoft and Recorded Future both warned last year that North Korean hackers updated their tactics to include posing as venture capitalists and investment bankers.Iain Martin, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
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Despite bold assertions from some suggesting AI/ML could completely replace engineers and SREs, the reality remains different.Tom Wilkie, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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Although the threat of nuclear war has declined since the Cold War, growing geopolitical tensions have caused analysts to suggest the risk is once again on the rise.Dan Perry, Newsweek, 18 Dec. 2024
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Flow Space consulted with sleep experts and doctors to shed light on all of the sleep changes your body experiences in your 40s and during menopause.Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 16 Dec. 2024
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The prosecutor’s office also consults with victims and their families when pleas are offered.Nick Penzenstadler, USA TODAY, 15 Dec. 2024
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Drug sponsors are required to inform the FDA of any reports of adverse effects, both from pet owners and veterinarians.Benedict Cosgrove, Newsweek, 19 Dec. 2024
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The picture appears to be an excerpt from the video that the Princess of Wales shared at the beginning of September to inform the public about the completion of her chemotherapy and her gradual return to her public duties.Katharina Fuchs, Glamour, 19 Dec. 2024
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What's New Tesla is recalling nearly 700,000 vehicles in the U.S. due to a malfunction in the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that could fail to alert drivers to low tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.Michael D. Carroll AND Shamim Chowdhury, Newsweek, 20 Dec. 2024
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Julius Hill, 25, was shot by veteran officer Joseph Beasley after the woman stopped her car and got out to alert nearby officers at the intersection of 11th Street and Kealing Avenue that she was being held hostage.Ryan Murphy, The Indianapolis Star, 19 Dec. 2024
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Read: How Stephen King teaches writing To Name the Bigger Lie, by Sarah Viren At first, To Name the Bigger Lie seems like a straightforward coming-of-age story.Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Being asked to teach the new supervisors on how to do their jobs is soul crushing.R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 11 Dec. 2024
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Blanching can be done in the microwave, but it isn't recommended because results can be uneven, and cooking time varies by appliance.Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 10 Dec. 2024
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Pocket Blanket Mini One SELF editor recommends keeping this mini waterproof blanket on you for spur-of-the-moment outdoor hangs.Jessica Kasparian, SELF, 10 Dec. 2024
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Honda Motor and Nissan Motor, Japan’s second- and third-largest automakers, are discussing ways to deepen their ties, including the possibility of a merger that could fundamentally restructure Japan’s car industry.River Akira Davis, New York Times, 18 Dec. 2024
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Both made their virtual introductions to New York on Tuesday in a span of about an hour to discuss their new employers.Larry Fleisher, Forbes, 18 Dec. 2024
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“Advise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advise. Accessed 23 Dec. 2024.
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