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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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2
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
As the Tribune Editorial Board recently advised, the city could also take a page from California and permit more residential housing in commercial areas.
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Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
Coastal communities are advised to remain vigilant, and emergency responders are prepared for potential rescues.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Hot on the heels of what has been called a phish-free cyberattack against PayPal account holders, cybersecurity experts have warned of ongoing attacks and PayPal has advised users how to keep their accounts and money safe.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Residents are advised to not park in red zones or where signs prohibit parking.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Will Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
Coastal communities are advised to remain vigilant, and emergency responders are prepared for potential rescues.
—Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 17 Jan. 2025
Hot on the heels of what has been called a phish-free cyberattack against PayPal account holders, cybersecurity experts have warned of ongoing attacks and PayPal has advised users how to keep their accounts and money safe.
—Davey Winder, Forbes, 17 Jan. 2025
Residents are advised to not park in red zones or where signs prohibit parking.
—Jasmine Mendez, Los Angeles Times, 16 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for advise
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The message warns about unpaid tolls and the possibility of fines, forcing recipients to act quickly.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
28 Jan. 2025
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By the end of the week, New York City will be one of the major metro areas that could see drenching rain or ice and snow, AccuWeather warned, adding that Philadelphia and Washington, D.C., could see several hours of heavy rain that could cause travel delays.—
John Bacon,
USA TODAY,
28 Jan. 2025
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The magnitude of the two events suggested, according to Whisker Labs, that the faults were on the high-voltage transmission lines that carry electricity from facilities like power plants to substations.—
Ivan Penn,
New York Times,
30 Jan. 2025
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As such, retail growth suggests lingering consumer engagement despite the dip in confidence.—
Quartz Intelligence Newsroom,
Quartz,
29 Jan. 2025
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After consulting with multiple veterinarians, the consensus has always been that amputation isn’t necessary or beneficial for her.—
Joel Thayer,
Newsweek,
27 Jan. 2025
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The youngest Manning brother added that Peyton’s preparation includes studying and consulting with experts for the skills challenges, a relay race and dodgeball, among others.—
Gabriele Regalbuto,
Fox News,
25 Jan. 2025
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Morningstar informs us that the SPDR Bloomberg High Yield fund has averaged a total return (coupons plus price changes) of 5.1% a year, three points better than the return on the Vanguard all-purpose fund that owns only higher quality debt.—
William Baldwin,
Forbes,
18 Jan. 2025
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For democracies like India and the United States, these tools can be transformative in informing citizens and safeguarding public discourse.—
Shashi Shekhar Vempati,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Jan. 2025
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This protection can also alert you to phishing emails and ransomware scams, keeping your personal information and digital assets safe.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
19 Jan. 2025
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According to an Alameda Police Department representative, organizers for the People’s March in Alameda did not request a permit for the event, but did alert the city about it.—
Nollyanne Delacruz,
The Mercury News,
18 Jan. 2025
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In a world that rewards immediate success, we are taught to fear error and avoid it at all costs.—
Veronica Angela,
Forbes,
22 Jan. 2025
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No one has taught me more about lipstick shades than you.—
Laura Dern,
Los Angeles Times,
22 Jan. 2025
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The Boise Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a rezone for that development at 1519 S. Londoner Ave.—
Nick Rosenberger,
Idaho Statesman,
21 Jan. 2025
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For best results, the brand recommends using the serum within six months of opening. Size: 0.17 fl oz What causes eyebrow thinning?—
Kiana Murden,
Vogue,
21 Jan. 2025
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Volodin said merely discussing a plot to assassinate Putin was path to nuclear war and that Carlson's comments should be investigated further.—
Jonathan Granoff,
Newsweek,
29 Jan. 2025
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Watch Goldberg’s full message below: The View co-hosts also discussed the White House’s decision to open the press room to new media, including influencers, podcasters, and smaller news outlets.—
Gabriela Silva,
TVLine,
29 Jan. 2025
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“Advise.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/advise. Accessed 1 Feb. 2025.
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