1
as in to confer
to exchange viewpoints or seek advice for the purpose of finding a solution to a problem
will consult with several experts on the disease before deciding which course of treatment to pursue
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2
as in to use
to use or seek out as a source of aid, relief, or advantage
I often consult the dictionary when I am uncertain of a word's exact meaning
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as in consultation
an exchange of views for the purpose of exploring a subject or deciding an issue
it was time for a change of do, which called for a consult with her hairdresser
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Recent Examples of consult
Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Borrowers should check their eligibility, obtain their 1098-E form and consult a tax professional to maximize their tax benefits.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
Integrated tracking provides insights to fuel further optimization toward business KPIs like first consult and patient conversion rates.
—Bahram Moshrefnoory, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Verb
In return, Cook Islands must consult New Zealand on any matters that could affect Wellington.
—Charlotte Graham-McLay, Los Angeles Times, 18 Feb. 2025
Borrowers should check their eligibility, obtain their 1098-E form and consult a tax professional to maximize their tax benefits.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025
Noun
Sherwin-Williams, for example, offers 30-minute virtual consults with their in-house color experts.
—Laura Fenton, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025
Integrated tracking provides insights to fuel further optimization toward business KPIs like first consult and patient conversion rates.
—Bahram Moshrefnoory, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for consult
Verb
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While many people with genetic mutations may never get cancer, these mutations, if found, confer a higher risk of disease.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 Feb. 2025
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Rejecting the value that AI can confer simply because AI-only outputs aren’t perfect is a costly mistake—one that will only become more expensive over time.—
Andrew Allen,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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New York has three days off in the first 15 days of the season, meaning the team won’t need to use a fifth starter until April 8 (the 11th game) or a sixth starter until April 16 (the 18th game).—
Will Sammon,
The Athletic,
24 Feb. 2025
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Then, during Donald Trump’s first term, Michael remembers a meeting when a seasonal worker came out as transgender and asked the staff to use he/him pronouns.—
Madison Pauly,
Them,
24 Feb. 2025
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Beyond facilitating virtual consultations, agentic AI systems can autonomously schedule follow-ups, analyze symptoms during video calls and recommend diagnostic tests based on patient data.—
Rignesh Soni,
Forbes,
21 Feb. 2025
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The report included close consultation and collaboration with the Nigerian National Commission for Museums and Monuments.—
Karen K. Ho,
ARTnews.com,
21 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Panelists discuss the president’s firing of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General C. Q. Brown.—
The Editors,
The Atlantic,
22 Feb. 2025
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The survey found that 84% of Black singles discuss STI/STD status before becoming intimate, which is significant considering the pervasiveness of STIs and STDs in the United States.—
Elizabeth Ayoola,
Essence,
22 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Following Trump's conversation with Putin last week, Trump floated a potential meeting between U.S. and Russian officials in Saudi Arabia to kick off ceasefire discussions.—
Savannah Kuchar,
USA TODAY,
25 Feb. 2025
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Study which posts grab attention, who comments first, what topics spark discussion.—
Jodie Cook,
Forbes,
24 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Backstreet Boys talk Las Vegas Sphere residency Support the Short List andbecome a USA TODAY digital subscriber today.—
Rebecca Morin,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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Blessed to be here right now, to be a free man talking to y’all.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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The growing pains sparked congressional debates decades ago, but the advertising industry's cash cow won out over political quarrels, institutionalizing the contemporary idea of Presidents Day.—
Avery Lotz,
Axios,
17 Feb. 2025
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Little debate exists that his hire as a play caller rates as the most significant change for the Huskers ahead of next season.—
Mitch Sherman,
The Athletic,
17 Feb. 2025
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“Consult.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/consult. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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