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as in coaches
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
the pastry chef guided her through the creation of the wedding cake, showing her how to ice the layers, fashion the elaborate decorations, and assemble the whole shebang
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as in supervises
to look after and make decisions about
thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well
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as in steers
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
would be happy to guide you folks to the historic part of town
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as in guards
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
followed our guide through the dangerous mountain trails
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Recent Examples of guides
The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
But there is no shortage of practical baking lessons here—this book guides the home baker with scientific precision.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
Cher guides the reader through the first half of her inimitable life and career with chutzpah.
—Alexander Larman, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
For starters, a Voice Information feature guides you through the content displayed on the screen by voice.
—John Archer, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
This foundation guides your messaging, ensuring consistency and purpose as your business grows and adapts.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But Abuelita, with her gentle wisdom, guides through a mindful journey.
—Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Once everything is buckled and strapped, McDonald guides me into my craft.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
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In this stunning second title, Pan y Dulce, Ford seamlessly guides home bakers to crusty loaves, creamy Flan De Coco, vibrantly swirled Pan Payaso, and so much more.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
But there is no shortage of practical baking lessons here—this book guides the home baker with scientific precision.
—The Bon Appétit and Epicurious Staffs, Bon Appétit, 10 Dec. 2024
Cher guides the reader through the first half of her inimitable life and career with chutzpah.
—Alexander Larman, Washington Examiner - Political News and Conservative Analysis About Congress, the President, and the Federal Government, 29 Nov. 2024
For starters, a Voice Information feature guides you through the content displayed on the screen by voice.
—John Archer, Forbes, 20 Oct. 2024
This foundation guides your messaging, ensuring consistency and purpose as your business grows and adapts.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
But Abuelita, with her gentle wisdom, guides through a mindful journey.
—Roxsy Lin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2024
Once everything is buckled and strapped, McDonald guides me into my craft.
—Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 3 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for guides
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Authentic Brands Group now also steers Muhammad Ali’s and Elvis Presley’s publicity rights.Michael Waters, The Atlantic, 6 Dec. 2024
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Admittedly, 2024 was a challenging year in many respects; but now, in the last six weeks, the zodiac sign of Sagittarius takes over and steers us in new directions with its curiosity and drive.Glamour, Glamour, 27 Nov. 2024
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My company grew from 40 to 120 team members amid uncertainty, which shows that focused teams can drive growth even in turbulent times.Nazar Gulyk, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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And research from The Collective shows that in the years leading up to 2024, women’s sports received, on average, 15% of total sports media coverage and 10% of sponsorship dollars.Maggie McGrath, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The amendment would also significantly affect the institution of the chief justice, who oversees the federal court system and acts as the most senior justice.Tobi Raji The Washington Post, arkansasonline.com, 8 Dec. 2024
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Lawler sits on the House Financial Services Committee, which oversees the Securities and Exchange Commission.Erin Mansfield, USA TODAY, 7 Dec. 2024
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Now more than a year into her term, Bullock leads a central bank that, thus far, has held out on cutting interest rates, placing her fiercely in the spotlight as the country prepares for a 2025 election with cost of living concerns top-of-mind for voters.Erin Spencer Sairam, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Relying on luck typically leads people to ignore the responsibility of preparing for the inevitable.Andreza Araujo, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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This piece on global food systems’ impacts on health and the environment is made 100% richer by the stunning photography that accompanies it.Michelle Weber, Longreads, 29 Nov. 2024
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The staircase is adorned with steel finishes and integrates with the pink marble wall that accompanies it.Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 10 Dec. 2024
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This one teaches the art of coercion.Tajja Isen, The Atlantic, 11 Dec. 2024
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Ethan Bernstein is a professor at the Harvard Business School, Michael Horn teaches at Harvard and is co-founder of the Clayton Christensen Institute, and Robert Moesta is an innovator, professor, and research fellow at the Christensen Institute.Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Event Cinemas currently operates two ScreenX theaters in Australia alongside its 4DX locations, while Showtime Cinemas will host nine ScreenX, four Ultra 4DX, and one 4DX theater by the end of 2025.Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Albertsons, based in Boise, Idaho, operates roughly 2,300 stores in 34 states, including brands like Jewel Osco, Safeway and Shaw's.Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Projects such as these have a real impact in building empathy toward victims, said Valerie Higgins, who directs the Sustainable Cultural Heritage Program at the American University of Rome.Ruchi Kumar, NPR, 10 Dec. 2024
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Barry Jenkins directs, and at the premiere spoke about casting Beyoncé and Jay-Z’s daughter Blue Ivy Carter as Kiara, the daughter of Simba (voiced by Donald Glover) and Nala (voiced by Beyoncé).Kirsten Chuba, The Hollywood Reporter, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Guides.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/guides. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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